Daouda

“Daouda is most commonly used in Mali and other West African countries”

Mali origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#9097US 2023

8Births / yr

↑Rising

105All-time births

📅 Since 200000

How to pronounce Daouda

DAH·OO·DAH

/ˈdɑ.ˈuː.ˈdɑ/ · stress on DAH · 4 syllables

“Daouda is most commonly used in Mali and other West African countries”

Mali origin · Boy name

What does Daouda mean and where does it come from?

Daouda is most commonly used in Mali and other West African countries. It has roots in the Arabic language and is often considered the African form of the Hebrew name דוד (David). The name has historical significance due to its connections with the biblical King David, who is regarded as one of the

Cultural significance

Daouda has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Mali-speaking communities, where it reflects values of arabic.

Peak popularity

Reached #7775 in 2003 — currently #9097 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Daouda?

Daouda works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Daouda Grace

How popular is Daouda right now?

Rising fast — up 944 spots — currently #9097 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2023#9097 · Top 6.7%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#9097	8	▲ up 944 · +14% births
2022	#10041	7	▼ down 1037 · -12% births
2021	#9004	8	▲ up 2450 · +33% births
2015	#11454	6	▲ up 1946 · +20% births
2010	#13400	5	▼ down 3479 · -29% births
2005	#9921	7	▲ up 1894 · +40% births
2000	#11815	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Daouda

Best Year2021Rank #9004

Peak Count8

Average Rank#10676

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2000 - 20237 years

The story of Daouda

Daouda is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2000. With 105 total births recorded, Daouda remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #11815 in 2000 to #9097 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Daouda in 2003:

Jacob Michael Joshua Matthew Andrew

💎Daouda has only 105 total recorded births since 2000 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Daouda?

Common

DaoDaoudDaoudieDaoudyUda

What names sound and feel like Daouda?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Daouda also consider these

Dauda

Nigeria · Arabic

Daouia

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

American · From the Dakota

Ayuda

Arabic · A Arabic name

Amuda

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Common questions about the name Daouda

What does the name Daouda mean?

Daouda means "Arabic" — a name rooted in Mali tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Daouda?

Daouda is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Daouda have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Daouda?

Daouda originates from Mali tradition. Mali names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Daouda?

Daouda is a four-syllable name pronounced D AA1 UW1 D AA1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Daouda?

Daouda pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Mali heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.