David

Da-vid · proper noun

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Definitions

proper noun

  1. 1.

    A male given name of Hebrew origin, one of the most popular names in English-speaking countries.

  2. 2.

    (biblical) The second king of Israel and Judah, known for slaying Goliath and for his psalms.

  3. 3.

    (art) A famous marble sculpture by Michelangelo, depicting the biblical David.

Phrases & expressions

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    David and Goliath — a contest where a smaller, weaker opponent faces a much larger one
  • •
    Star of David — a six-pointed star symbol of Judaism

Related words

See also: biblical, king, name
Synonyms: Dave, Davey

Etymology

From Hebrew Dawid or David, meaning "beloved" or "uncle." The name became popular in English-speaking countries due to the biblical King David, who united Israel and established Jerusalem as its capital. It has remained one of the most common male names in Western cultures for centuries.