Walid
Meaningnewborn · Arabic
Walid is an Arabic boy name meaning “newborn”. 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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- Hidden namesLook closely: Walid has the name Ali hiding inside it.
- GenerationWalid peaked in 1998, which makes it a Gen Z name. The typical Walid you'd meet today is about 27 years old.
- Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Walid would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 95,238 baby boys got the name in 2025.
- HistoryWalid first shows up in US birth records in 1969, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 56 years since.
US births per million boys, 1969–2025
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About the name Walid
Walid is a boy name of Arabic origin meaning “newborn”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the consonant at the end gives it a confident finish. It hit its peak in the 1990s and is climbing again now. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:Arabic names
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- Boy name: Aaron · possibly exalted
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Questions about the name Walid
What does the name Walid mean?
Walid means “newborn” and comes from Arabic. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Waleed (“newborn”).
What is the origin of the name Walid?
Walid 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 Walid a boy or girl name?
Walid is a boy name. In 2025, 18 US boys were named Walid.
How popular is the name Walid?
Walid ranked #5,208 for US boys in 2025, given to 18 babies. Its best year was 1998, when it reached #2,651. Over the last five years it has climbed 491 places.
What names are similar to Walid?
If you like Walid, you might also like Waleed.
What should I know before naming my baby Walid?
Walid is an Arabic boy name meaning “newborn”. 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.