UK boy's name
Waled
A masculine Arabic name meaning "new son" or "a newborn child".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2008. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Waled is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Waled popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2008 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4432, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2008, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2008 to 2008. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Waled is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Waled. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2009 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Waled ranked #4432 for boys in England and Wales in 2008, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2008, when 3 boys were registered as Waled.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Waled as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4432
2008
Births in 2008
3
Latest year
Peak year
2008
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Waled mean?
The name Waled originates from the Arabic language and culture, with roots dating back to the medieval period in the Middle East. It is derived from the Arabic word "walada," which means "to give birth" or "to bear a child." The name carries a connotation of fertility and new life.
In the context of Islamic history, the name Waled appears in various historical records and texts. One notable example is the Qur'an, the central religious text of Islam, where the name is mentioned as a reference to the concept of childbirth and the creation of new life.
The earliest recorded instances of the name Waled can be traced back to the 7th century CE, during the early years of the Islamic caliphate. During this time, several prominent figures bore the name, including Waled ibn al-Walid, a renowned military commander who played a crucial role in the Muslim conquests of the Levant and Mesopotamia.
Throughout history, the name Waled has been associated with individuals from various walks of life. One notable figure was Waled ibn Yazid, a prince of the Umayyad Caliphate, who lived in the late 7th and early 8th centuries CE. He was known for his patronage of the arts and his role in the development of Arabic poetry.
Another significant bearer of the name was Waled ibn Abdul Malik, an Umayyad caliph who reigned from 705 to 715 CE. During his reign, he oversaw the expansion of the Islamic empire and the construction of several notable architectural landmarks, including the Dome of the Rock in Jerusalem.
In the field of science and learning, Waled ibn Ishaq al-Naysaburi was a prominent figure. Born in the 9th century CE, he was a renowned mathematician and astronomer who made significant contributions to the development of trigonometry and the study of celestial bodies.
The name Waled has also been associated with literary figures, such as Waled ibn al-Faraj, a 10th-century Arab poet and scholar from Baghdad. His works were highly regarded and celebrated for their elegance and mastery of the Arabic language.
These examples illustrate the rich historical legacy of the name Waled, which has been carried by individuals from diverse backgrounds and achievements, ranging from military leaders and rulers to scholars and poets. The name's connection to concepts of fertility and new life has endured throughout its long history, reflecting its deep roots in Arabic culture and Islamic tradition.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Waled by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Waled was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #4432 | 3 | 1 |
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FAQ
Waled: questions and answers
How popular is the name Waled in the UK right now?
In 2008, Waled was ranked #4432 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Waled most popular?
The peak year on record was 2008, with 3 babies registered as Waled in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Waled?
A masculine Arabic name meaning "new son" or "a newborn child".
How many people are called Waled in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Waled across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.