Dafydd
d(a)-fy-dd
Origin:Welsh
Other Origin(s):Hebrew
Meaning:Beloved; Uncle
The Welsh form of David, the masculine name Dafydd speaks to just how cherished your little one will be. Deriving from the Hebrew title Dawiḏ, Dafydd means "beloved" or "uncle," beautifully representing the people who'll be part of your child's life and cheer them on through every exciting milestone. Several important figures in Welsh history have held this moniker, including 13th-century ruler Dafydd ap Gruffydd and 14th-century poet Dafydd ap Gwilym.
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Behind the Name, Dafydd, February 2020
Behind the Name, David, October 2024
WordSense Dictionary, Dafydd
Name Doctor, Dafydd
Britannica, David ap Gruffudd, Welsh prince, September 2024
Britannica, Dafydd ap Gwilym, Welsh poet, February 2024
Gweiadur, Dafydd
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