Name meaning
Dafydd Name Meaning - Beloved (Welsh)
- Meaning
- Beloved
- Origin
- Welsh
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- DA-FYDD
Dafydd means "Beloved" (Welsh). Etymologically, Dafydd belongs to Welsh naming and is usually defined as "Beloved." Welsh form of David meaning beloved.
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Meaning and Linguistic Breakdown
Etymologically, Dafydd belongs to Welsh naming and is usually defined as "Beloved." Welsh form of David meaning beloved.
Origin and Historical Usage
Dafydd appears in Welsh naming records with the sense "Beloved." Usage varies by region and parish or civil registry traditions.
Pronunciation Guide
- Phonetic
- DA-FYDD
- Syllables
- 2
Geographic and Cultural Usage
Dafydd is heard in Welsh-heritage families and among parents who want a name tied to Welsh sound. English speakers may need one pronunciation cue; after that it is usually easy to remember.
Popularity
Dafydd is not a current top-chart name in most English-speaking registries — a plus for parents avoiding classroom duplicates.
Notable People Named Dafydd
- DDafydd ap Gwilym (poet)
Variants and Related Names
Spelling variants
- David — alternate form of Dafydd
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