Rising since 1987, #3,089 for boys today.
Popularity of Waleed since 1964
Babies named Waleed per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 15 |
| 1970s | 163 |
| 1980s | 204 |
| 1990s | 418 |
| 2000s | 471 |
| 2010s | 423 |
| 2020s | 216 |
Meaning & origin
Waleed, of Arabic origin, has been used in the United States since at least 1964. Its peak popularity came in 2000, when it ranked higher than in recent years. Since 1987, the name has been rising in usage, though it remains relatively uncommon with a 2025 rank of 3089. Approximately 1 in 44,000 newborn boys received the name that year, reflecting its steady but niche presence. The name is most frequently recorded in New York, highlighting a concentration among families of Middle Eastern or South Asian descent. Its meaning 'newborn' or 'infant' connects it to Islamic heritage, as it was an epithet of the Prophet Muhammad's father. Waleed stands as a classic Arabic name that balances cultural depth with a sound accessible to English speakers.
Derived from Arabic walīd (وَلِيد) meaning 'newborn' or 'infant'. The name is an epithet of the Prophet Muhammad's father, Abdullah, who was also known as Waleed. It has been used widely across the Muslim world, particularly in Arabic-speaking countries.
Where Waleed is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Wali, Lee
Sibling names for Waleed
Names that share Waleed's style, for a brother or sister.
