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Dauda Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Dauda

"Dauda is a male given name and surname used by African Muslims, most common among the Yoruba and Hausa communities of Nigeria, but also found in Ghana, Sierra Leone, and Tanzania"

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Male 📈 Peak 2014 👥 8 in US
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Meaning
Dauda is a male given name and surname used by African Muslims, most common among the Yoruba and Hausa communities of Nigeria, but also found in Ghana, Sierra Leone, and Tanzania
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
8
Life Path
Number 4

📖 What Does Dauda Mean?

Dauda is a male given name and surname used by African Muslims, most common among the Yoruba and Hausa communities of Nigeria, but also found in Ghana, Sierra Leone, and Tanzania. It is derived from the name for Prophet Dawud. A terminal vowel (a) is added, which is typical of African names.

🌐 From Wikipedia Source ↗

Dauda is a male given name and surname used by African Muslims, most common among the Yoruba and Hausa communities of Nigeria, but also found in Ghana, Sierra Leone, and Tanzania. It is derived from the name for Prophet Dawud. A terminal vowel (a) is added, which is typical of African names.…

Root Element
Dauda
Core Meaning
"Dauda is a male given name and surname used by African Muslims, most common among the Yoruba and Hausa communities of Nigeria, but also found in Ghana, Sierra Leone, and Tanzania"
Language

🔢 Numerology of Dauda

D 4
A 1
U 3
D 4
A 1
SUM 4
4
Life Path
Stability & Hard Work
5
Soul Urge
Freedom & Adventure
8
Personality
Power & Ambition

Life Path 4 — Stability & Hard Work: Reliable, disciplined, and exceptionally organized.

Gender Distribution

♂ Male100%
♀ Female0%

Based on 8 US Social Security records

📈 US Popularity

Total US bearers 8
Peak year 2014 (8)
First recorded 2014
Last recorded 2014
Gender Predominantly Male
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Dauda" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "Dauda is a male given name and surname used by African Muslims, most common among the Yoruba and Hausa communities of Nigeria, but also found in Ghana, Sierra Leone, and Tanzania".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form, established across English-speaking and Muslim communities.

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Today (2026)

~8 people named Dauda in the US. Peaked in 2014 with 8 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Dauda?

The Life Path number for Dauda is 4, associated with Stability & Hard Work. Soul Urge: 5. Personality: 8.

Is Dauda a boy or girl name?

Dauda is Predominantly Male. Based on US data, 100% male and 0% female.

How many people are named Dauda in the US?

Approximately 8 people in the United States are named Dauda. The name peaked in 2014 with 8 recorded uses.

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