The nameWaïl
Waïl is an Arabic boy's name, rising in France since the 2000s.
- Boy's name
- Arabic
Meaning
It is often read as "one who seeks refuge", that is, in God.
Origin
Arabic, close to Wael.
History
First found in France in the early 1980s, Waïl peaked around 2020, notably in Occitanie and Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur. It is still well used today.
Popularity of the name Waïl
Waïl in France
Waïl was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 950 births over the decade, 45% of all recorded babies named Waïl. Its rise began around 2000, and it peaked in 2020. Half of all babies named Waïl in France were born before 2014, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, it has been falling: 83 births a year on average, against 103 in the five years before.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Waïl mean?
It is often read as "one who seeks refuge", that is, in God.
What is the origin of the name Waïl?
Arabic, close to Wael.
Is Waïl a girl's or a boy's name?
Waïl is a boy's name.