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Guled

GOO-led · Of uncertain origin; possibly a variant of the Somali name Guuleed, meaning 'successful' or 'victorious'.

Peak popularity
2011
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Rising since 2022

Rising since 2022.

Popularity of Guled since 1996

Babies named Guled per year in U.S. Social Security records.

4711200020102020Most births 2011Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
1990s22
2000s42
2010s39
2020s7

Meaning & origin

Guled is a rare name in the United States, first recorded in Social Security Administration data in 1996. It has never ranked in the top 1000, and its peak usage occurred in 2011. Since 2022, the name has shown a rising trajectory. Given that its one-in-N statistic is not available, the name's overall rarity is confirmed. While specific top states are not reported, the name is primarily encountered in communities with Somali heritage. Its etymology ties it to both Arabic and Somali roots, offering potential meanings of 'rain' or 'victory', which give it a positive, aspirational quality. For parents seeking a distinctive name with cultural depth, Guled provides a strong yet gentle sound.

The name Guled is most likely a Somali variant of the Arabic name Ghuled (or Ghayth), which carries connotations of 'rain' or 'generosity'. In Somali culture, the name Guuleed means 'successful' or 'victorious' and is often given to boys with aspirations for achievement. The name has been used in the Somali diaspora and occasionally appears in other East African communities.

Nicknames & variants

Variants: Guuleed, Guled

Sibling names for Guled

Names that share Guled's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Ayan, Safia, Zahara, Nasra, Khadija

Brothers: Ahmed, Yusuf, Idris, Omar, Jamal

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Guled mean?
Guled is believed to be a Somali variant of an Arabic name meaning 'rain' or 'generosity', or derived from the Somali word 'guul' meaning 'success' or 'victory'.
How popular is the name Guled?
Guled remains very rare. It first appeared in U.S. Social Security data in 1996 and reached its peak rank in 2011, though it has never ranked in the top 1000.
Is Guled a boy or girl name?
Guled is almost exclusively used as a boy's name.