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The last name Davidsdottir is of Icelandic origin, derived from the patronymic naming tradition common in Iceland, where surnames are formed by combining the father's first name with the suffix "-dóttir," meaning "daughter of." This surname indicates that the original bearer is the daughter of someone named David, which is a name of Hebrew origin meaning "beloved." The use of patronymics is a historical practice in Iceland, reflecting the country's Norse heritage and its unique approach to family names, which differ from the fixed surnames found in many other cultures. Variations of the name may include Davidsson for males, meaning "son of David," and the name can also appear in different forms in other cultures, such as David in English or Davide in Italian, though these do not carry the same patronymic suffix. The surname Davidsdottir encapsulates both familial lineage and cultural identity, highlighting the importance of ancestry in Icelandic society.