How Many People Are Named Dauda?

Complete statistics for the name Dauda: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Dauda
Very Rare
Arabic

Dauda means 'trustworthy' in Arabic, making it a name rich in positive connotations. Only 8 people named Dauda live in the US today, which means 1 in 41,589,789 Americans have this name, truly setting it apart. All 8 are under 30, highlighting its status as a modern choice.

~229
Living in US
1 in 1,447,377
Americans
2014
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Trustworthy
🌐
Origin
Arabic
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 4
Personality Traits
Reliable Dependable Caring
4
Life Path Number

People with the life path number 4 are known for their practicality and stability.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

335,853
Worldwide Bearers
#3,100
Global Rank
🇳🇬 Nigeria
303,269
🇸🇱 Sierra Leone
13,662
🇺🇬 Uganda
6,232
🇮🇳 India
4,064
🇬🇭 Ghana
3,203
🇨🇩 DR Congo
2,472
🇨🇲 Cameroon
699
🇱🇷 Liberia
531
🇹🇿 Tanzania
463
🇳🇵 Nepal
277

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
8 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 12
8
Would be under 30 (100%)
0
Would be 30–60 (0%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 8 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2014

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
7
Classic Feel
8
Modern Appeal
100
International
100

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Dauda Through the Generations

Dauda has seen steady growth since its introduction, peaking in 2014 with 8 births. Today, all 8 individuals named Dauda are under 30, indicating a strong preference for this name among younger parents. The average age of those named Dauda is 12, reflecting its recent rise in popularity.

⭐ Famous People Named 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. It is derived from the name for Prophet Dawud. A terminal vowel (a) is added, which is typical of African names.…

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✨ Similar Names to Dauda

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Dauda's Arabic roots

📄 About the Name Dauda

How Many People Have the Name Dauda?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 229 people in the United States currently share the name Dauda. That works out to roughly 1 in every 1,447,377 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Dauda a Common or Rare Name?

Dauda is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Dauda Mean?

Dauda means "trustworthy" and comes from Arabic origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 4.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Dauda in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.

When Was Dauda Most Popular?

The name Dauda reached peak popularity in 2014, with 8 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Dauda?

Approximately 229 people named Dauda live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 229. That works out to roughly 1 in 1,447,377 Americans.

Is Dauda a rare name?

Dauda is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 1,447,377 Americans has this name.

What does the name Dauda mean?

Dauda means "trustworthy" and comes from Arabic origins.

Is Dauda more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Dauda are male and 0% are female.

When was Dauda most popular?

Dauda peaked in 2014 with 8 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US229
All-Time Births229
1 in X1 in 1,447,377
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age12
Peak Year2014
World Rank#3,100
Male %100%
Female %0%

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All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.