Walid
Walid is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Newborn, child, or son.
Origin and history
Walid is an Arabic name derived from the root meaning to give birth, translates to newborn or child. It has a long historical presence in the Arab world, notably held by several early Islamic leaders and Umayyad caliphs. In the United States, it is a recognizable given name used primarily within Arabic-speaking and Muslim communities.
Popularity in the United States
1,000 babies in the United States have been named Walid since 1880. It ranks #3682 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1818.
States where it is most popular
- CA (43.7 %)
- NY (30.1 %)
- FL (11.7 %)
- VA (9.7 %)
- MA (4.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 5 |
| 1970-1980 | 41 |
| 1980-1990 | 117 |
| 1990-2000 | 212 |
| 2000-2010 | 250 |
| 2010-2019 | 266 |
| 2020-2029 | 109 |
Famous people named Walid
- Walid Regragui: Football Manager, Former Footballer
- Walid Shoebat: Author, Speaker
Fun facts
- The name was borne by several prominent Umayyad caliphs, most notably Al-Walid I, who oversaw significant territorial expansion and architectural achievements.
- Walid derives from the Arabic triconsonantal root w-l-d, which relates to birth and offspring.