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Wajih

Boy name · Arabic

Meaningdistinguished · Arabic

Wajih is an Arabic boy name meaning “distinguished”. Arabic names are often chosen for a virtue or a blessing parents hope their child will carry. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.

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  • Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Wajih would score 18 points, thanks largely to the J (worth 8).
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Fewer than 5 US babies a year get this name, so SSA doesn't list it. That makes it truly rare.

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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).

About the name Wajih

Wajih is a boy name of Arabic origin meaning “distinguished”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the consonant at the end gives it a confident finish. It's a rare choice in the US, so your child is unlikely to meet another Wajih at school.

Origin:Arabic names

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Questions about the name Wajih

What does the name Wajih mean?

Wajih means “distinguished” and comes from Arabic. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Ankit (“marked, distinguished”).

What is the origin of the name Wajih?

Wajih is Arabic in origin. Other Arabic names to consider are Caleb (“dog, faithful”), Silas (“of the forest”), Aaron (“possibly exalted”) and Amir (“prince, commander”).

Is Wajih a boy or girl name?

Wajih is a boy name.

What names are similar to Wajih?

If you like Wajih, you might also like Ankit.

What should I know before naming my baby Wajih?

Wajih is an Arabic boy name meaning “distinguished”. Arabic names are often chosen for a virtue or a blessing parents hope their child will carry. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.