Oualid
Oualid is a Muslim boy name of Arabic, Maghrebi spelling origin, meaning “Newborn child”.
| Meaning | Newborn child |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, Maghrebi spelling |
| Written as | وليد |
| Pronunciation | wah-LEED |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | North Africa |
Meaning and origin of Oualid
Across North Africa, Walīd is often written Oualid, since French spells the w sound with the letters ou. Walīd, from a root meaning to give birth, refers to a newborn baby or young child. In Islamic history it was the name of al-Walīd ibn ʿAbd al-Malik, the Umayyad ruler responsible for the Great Mosque of Damascus, and it forms part of the name of the commander Khalid ibn al-Walid.
Is Oualid a Muslim name?
Oualid is the Maghrebi form of Walid, an Arabic name meaning newborn.
How popular is Oualid?
Oualid is common in Morocco, Algeria and Tunisia and in their communities in France and Belgium.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Oualid mean?
Oualid means 'Newborn child'. It is of Arabic, Maghrebi spelling origin.
Is Oualid a Muslim name?
Oualid is the Maghrebi form of Walid, an Arabic name meaning newborn.
How do you pronounce Oualid?
Oualid is pronounced wah-LEED.
Is Oualid a boy or girl name?
Oualid is usually a boy name.