Walid is an Arabic masculine given name meaning "newborn" in Arabic. It is derived from the Arabic root walada (to give birth), which is the same root found in related concepts of birth and offspring. The name carries connotations of new life and vitality, and is commonly used across the Muslim world in various spellings. Etymology and Variants The name Walid comes directly from the Arabic word walīd (وليد), which means "newborn child." Its root, walada, is also the source of other names such as Walid itself. The most common variant is Waleed, used in many Arabic-speaking countries, while Oualid is a Maghrebi variant. In Turkish, the name appears as Velid. The name is occasionally found with the definite article al-, as in Al-Walid, often used in historical contexts. Historical Significance Meaning: Newborn Origin: Arabic Type: First Name Usage Regions: Arabic-speaking world, Muslim societies Actor: Derives from root walada (to give birth)