Walid
Walid is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Newborn child”.
| Meaning | Newborn child |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | وليد |
| Pronunciation | wah-LEED |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | North Africa, Levant, Egypt |
Meaning and origin of Walid
Walid is the North African and French-influenced spelling of the Arabic name meaning a newborn child. It comes from the root w-l-d, to give birth, and only its spelling separates it from Waleed. Families in Algeria, Morocco, Egypt and Lebanon use it widely. Bosnian Muslims say Velid, and in French-speaking countries it is sometimes written Oualid. It has been carried by many generations.
Is Walid a Muslim name?
Walid is an Arabic boy's name used by Muslim families.
How popular is Walid?
It is common in North Africa and the Levant.
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Spellings and variants of Walid
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Walid mean?
Walid means 'Newborn child'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Walid a Muslim name?
Walid is an Arabic boy's name used by Muslim families.
How do you pronounce Walid?
Walid is pronounced wah-LEED.
Is Walid a boy or girl name?
Walid is usually a boy name.