UK boy's name
Wasil
Arabic name meaning "mediator" or "one who connects".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2018. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Wasil is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Wasil popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2018 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3959, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2006, with 5 births.
This profile covers 16 England and Wales registrations across 4 recorded years from 1999 to 2018. 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.
The latest count is about 80% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 16 living people in the UK are called Wasil. 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 2019 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Wasil ranked #3959 for boys in England and Wales in 2018, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2006, when 5 boys were registered as Wasil.
- • About 16 living people in the UK are estimated to have Wasil as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3959
2018
Births in 2018
4
Latest year
Peak year
2006
5 births
Estimated living
16
2026
Meaning
What does Wasil mean?
The name Wasil has its origins in the Arabic language and culture. It is derived from the Arabic word "wasala," which means "to join" or "to connect." The name is believed to have been in use since the early days of Islam, around the 7th century.
In the Islamic tradition, Wasil is considered a virtuous name, as it signifies the idea of unity and connection with God. It is often given to children with the hope that they will grow up to be righteous individuals who maintain strong ties with their faith and community.
One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Wasil can be found in the works of renowned Islamic scholars and theologians from the 8th and 9th centuries. For example, Al-Wasil ibn Ata, who lived in the 8th century, was a prominent theologian and founder of the Mu'tazili school of Islamic theology.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Wasil. One of the most famous was Wasil ibn Ata (699-748), the aforementioned founder of the Mu'tazili school. Another prominent individual was Wasil ibn Hunayn (808-873), a renowned Arab mathematician and astronomer who made significant contributions to the field of algebra.
In the 12th century, Wasil ibn al-Muzaffar (1079-1149) was a Seljuk ruler who governed parts of modern-day Iran and Iraq. He was known for his military campaigns and patronage of the arts and sciences.
During the Ottoman Empire, Wasil Pasha (1610-1660) was a notable Grand Vizier who served under Sultan Mehmed IV. He played a crucial role in the empire's military affairs and is remembered for his efforts to modernize the Ottoman army.
In more recent history, Wasil ibn Yahya (1859-1925) was a renowned Yemeni religious scholar and poet who played a significant role in the revival of Islamic studies in his region.
These are just a few examples of the many notable individuals throughout history who have borne the name Wasil. While its usage may have varied across different cultures and time periods, the name has consistently carried a meaning of unity and connection, reflecting its Arabic roots.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Wasil over time
The chart below shows babies named Wasil registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1999 to 2018. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Wasil, the clearest high point is 2006. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2018, compared with 5 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Wasil by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Wasil 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #3959 | 4 | 1 |
| 2000s | #3261 | 8 | 2 |
| 1990s | #2425 | 4 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Wasil
- William 117,982
- Wilfred 5,302
- Will 3,185
- Warren 2,787
- Wyatt 2,604
- Wesley 2,513
- Woody 1,951
- Walter 1,918
- Wiktor 1,354
- Wayne 979
- Wilbur 975
- Wade 902
FAQ
Wasil: questions and answers
How popular is the name Wasil in the UK right now?
In 2018, Wasil was ranked #3959 for boys in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Wasil most popular?
The peak year on record was 2006, with 5 babies registered as Wasil in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Wasil?
Arabic name meaning "mediator" or "one who connects".
How many people are called Wasil in the UK?
A total of 16 babies have been registered as Wasil across the 4 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.