Dafydd name meaning

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Updated: March 13th, 2024
Gender: Boy
Origin: Hebrew and Welsh
Pronunciation: DAH-vith
Meaning: Beloved, Courageous Hero who Killed Goliath King of Israel and Dearly Loved
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What does Dafydd mean?

The boy name Dafydd is of Welsh and Hebrew origin. Dafydd is resulted from David. Also David is Latin cognate of The Hebrew Name דָּוִד Probably Deriving from Hebrew דוד = Beloved.

Originated from Hebrew, David, David means "Courageous Hero who Killed Goliath King of Israel and Beloved One".

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How do I pronounce Dafydd?

The one syllabled name Dafydd is pronounced, DAH-vith. The pronunciation choose to emphasis on first DAH syllable. The name can also be pronounced as d(a)-fy-dd.

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How popular is the name Dafydd?

Dafydd is common in England and Wales where over 1278 new-borns have been given the name since 1996. Currently the name is rising, in 1999, the moniker grabbed the 261st spot and 108 baby boys were given the name.

Dafydd is a common name in Wales while somewhat familiar name in England. At least, 3000 people around the globe have been given the name as per our findings.

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What numerology tells about Dafydd?

You just have to find a way to get through people and make them listen. Even if you are an awesome, trustworthy and loyal friend to everyone you know, not everyone will return the favor. Stick with your goals and don't give up until you become proud of yourself. You are dominant in your circle of friends. You can become a great leader if you want. The question is how do you want to succeed in life?

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Sibling Names for Dafydd

If you're considering the name Dafydd for your baby, you might also be interested in other Welsh names for siblings. Here are some options that complement Dafydd's unique sound and cultural heritage.

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Famous people named Dafydd

  • Dafydd Ieuan, Welsh musician and producer
  • Dafydd Iwan, Welsh folk singer and politician
  • Dafydd Gam, Welsh nobleman
  • Dafydd Goch, is said
  • Dafydd Stephens, audiological physician
  • Dafydd Ddu o Hiraddug, Welsh language poet, grammarian
  • Dafydd Williams, Canadian physician
  • Dafydd ap Gwilym, is regarded as one of the leading Welsh poets and amongst the great poets of Europe
  • Dafydd ab Hugh, U.S. science fiction author
  • Dafydd Wigley, Welsh politician
  • Dafydd Elis-Thomas, Welsh politician
  • Dafydd ab Owain Gwynedd, was Prince of Gwynedd from 1170 to 1195
  • Dafydd James, former Welsh international rugby union footballer
  • Dafydd Jones, Welsh former rugby union footballer of the 1990s
  • Dafydd Ifans, contemporary Welsh language novelist and translator

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