"child, son"
Origin: Arabic
Language: Arabic
Waleed
Pronunciation: [ w-ahl-EED ]
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The Story of Waleed
Waleed comes from the Arabic root 'w-l-d,' meaning to be born or to give birth. The name literally means 'newborn' or 'newly born child,' and has been used across the Arab world as a name celebrating a child's arrival. The root 'walad' (boy or son) and 'wlada' (birth, childbirth) come from the same source, making Waleed a name deeply embedded in Arabic concepts of new life and birth.
Waleed is consistently popular across Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Jordan, and the wider Arab diaspora. It has been used for centuries and shows no signs of declining. Among Muslim communities worldwide, it is recognized as a strong, classic Arabic masculine name.
The theme of birth and new life has special resonance in Islamic tradition, where children are considered a gift from God. The Umayyad Caliph Walid I (r. 705-715) oversaw major Islamic construction including expansion of the Al-Aqsa Mosque and Masjid al-Nabawi, giving the name historical Islamic significance.
Historical Record
Waleed first appeared in US Social Security records in 1964.
Over 1,870 babies have been named Waleed in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Waleed is past its peak , currently ranked #3,340 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Caliph Al-Walid I (705-715 AD) oversaw the building of the Al-Aqsa Mosque expansion in Jerusalem
- Prince Al-Waleed bin Talal of Saudi Arabia is one of the world's wealthiest philanthropists
- The Arabic root 'w-l-d' (birth) appears throughout the Quran in verses about creation and children
Waleed in Other Languages
Urdu
ولید
Arabic
وليد
French
Walid
Persian
ولید
Turkish
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Popularity Over Time
#3,340
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Peaked 1975
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Waleed
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Prince Al-Waleed bin Talal
Business
1955
Saudi Arabian billionaire investor and philanthropist, one of the world's wealthiest individuals
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Al-Walid ibn Abd al-Malik
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668
Umayyad Caliph who oversaw construction of major Islamic monuments including the expansion of the Al-Aqsa Mosque
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #3,340
- Total SSA Count
- 35
- Cultural Origins
- Arabic Muslim Pakistani Saudi Egyptian
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
Wali
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Frequently Asked Questions About Waleed
What does the name Waleed mean?
"child, son" (from Arabic). Waleed comes from the Arabic root 'w-l-d,' meaning to be born or to give birth. The name literally means 'newborn' or 'newly born child,' and has been used across the Arab world as a name celebrating a child's arrival. The root 'walad' (boy or son) and 'wlada' (birth, childbirth) come from the same source, making Waleed a name deeply embedded in Arabic concepts of new life and birth.
What is the origin of the name Waleed?
Waleed has Arabic, Muslim, Pakistani, Saudi, and Egyptian origins. In Arabic, it means "child, son".
Is Waleed a boy or girl name?
Waleed is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Waleed?
Waleed is pronounced w-ahl-EED.
How popular is the name Waleed?
Waleed is currently ranked #3340 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Waleed?
Common nicknames for Waleed include Wali.
What are good middle names for Waleed?
Popular middle name pairings include Waleed Ahmad, Waleed Omar, Waleed Hassan, Waleed Tariq, Waleed Samir, and Waleed Rashid.
What are good sibling names for Waleed?
Names that pair well with Waleed as siblings include Khalid, Hamza, Omar, Zaid, Layla, Nour, and Yasmin.
How many syllables does Waleed have?
Waleed has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Waleed a common or rare name?
Waleed is an uncommon name, ranked #3340 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Waleed
Waleed is a boy name with Arabic, Muslim, Pakistani, Saudi, and Egyptian origins . The name means "child, son" in Arabic .
Waleed is currently ranked #3,340 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Waleed has 2 syllables and is pronounced w-ahl-EED, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Waleed include Wali. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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