Find out how popular the first name Daivd has been for the last 26 years (from 1975 to 2000) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Daivd by gender

Based on the last 26 years of data, Daivd is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2000, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Daivd.

The history of the first name Daivd

The name Daivd is believed to have originated from the Hebrew language and culture, and can be traced back to ancient times. It is derived from the Hebrew word "david," which means "beloved" or "uncle." The earliest known reference to this name is found in the Old Testament of the Bible, where it refers to the famous King David, who ruled over Israel in the 10th century BCE.

One of the most prominent figures in the Bible, King David was renowned for his bravery, leadership, and devotion to God. His life and deeds are recorded in the Books of Samuel and Chronicles, where he is portrayed as a skilled warrior, musician, and poet. He is also revered as the ancestor of Jesus Christ in the Christian tradition.

Outside of the biblical context, one of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Daivd was a 6th-century Welsh king named Dafydd ap Gwilym, who is considered one of the greatest poets of medieval Welsh literature.

Throughout history, the name Daivd has been borne by various notable figures, including:

1. Daivd Hume (1711-1776), a Scottish philosopher, historian, and economist, regarded as one of the most influential thinkers of the Scottish Enlightenment.
2. Daivd Livingstone (1813-1873), a Scottish missionary and explorer, best known for his exploration of central Africa and his efforts to end the East African slave trade.
3. Daivd Lloyd George (1863-1945), a British statesman who served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom during World War I and was instrumental in shaping the post-war settlement.
4. Daivd Ben-Gurion (1886-1973), the primary national founder of the State of Israel and its first Prime Minister, leading the country during its critical formative years.
5. Daivd Bowie (1947-2016), an English singer-songwriter and actor, widely regarded as an influential and pioneering figure in popular music and renowned for his innovative and ever-changing artistic persona.

While the name Daivd has undergone various spellings and variations across different cultures and time periods, its origins can be traced back to the ancient Hebrew language, and it has been borne by numerous influential figures throughout history, spanning various fields such as religion, politics, exploration, and the arts.

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