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Daouda is the West African (specifically Francophone) form of the Hebrew name David. It is widely used across Muslim communities in countries like Senegal, Mali, and Guinea, representing the biblical and Quranic figure of King David.
Less common today
Daouda isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #7,467 in 2025.
Olympic silver medalist boxer from France
Former President of Niger
Belgian professional footballer
French handball goalkeeper and Olympic gold medalist
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
