Waleed
Waleed: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Waleed
- A male given name from Arabic, variant of Walid.
Etymology
From Arabic وَلِيد (walīd).
How popular is Waleed?
Since 1880, 1,910 boys in the U.S. have been named Waleed. Its highest rank for boys was #1700 in 1975. In 2025, 39 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Sibling name ideas for Waleed
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Waleed FAQ
What does the name Waleed mean?
A male given name from Arabic, variant of Walid. From Arabic وَلِيد (walīd).
What is the origin of the name Waleed?
Waleed is listed as a name of Arabic origin.
How popular is the name Waleed?
Since 1880, 1,910 boys in the U.S. have been named Waleed. Its highest rank for boys was #1700 in 1975. In 2025, 39 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Waleed a boy or girl name?
Waleed is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 1,910 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.