Waleed
- Gender
- Male
- Meaning
- Newborn Child
- Origin
- Arabic
Waleed Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 1,870 baby boys have been named Waleed. The name peaked in 2000 with 57 US births that year (rank #1873). In 2024, ranked #3378 nationally — 1,505 places below its 2000 peak.
Top States for Waleed
Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Waleed births are: New York (233), California (169), Illinois (66).
Other Arabic-Origin Names Like Waleed
If you like Waleed's Arabic origin, consider these related names: Aaleyah, Aaliyah, Aban, Abbas, Abbud. Browse all Arabic names →
6-Letter Names Starting with W
Names with Waleed's exact length and starting letter: Wacian, Wadley, Wafiyy, Wagaye, Wagner.
Quick Facts About Waleed
Famous People Named Waleed
1 notable figure from history and culture who share the name Waleed.
- Waleed Abulkhair is a prominent Saudi Arabian lawyer and human rights activist.
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Compare Waleed to Other Popular Names
Side-by-side popularity charts and crossover years for Waleed against today's most popular boys-name peers (top 8 by US births in the last 10 years of SSA records).