Wali Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Wali originates from Arabic, meaning 'guardian' or 'protector'. It has evolved through various forms like Waliy and Waleed. It is commonly used in Islamic contexts, signifying loyalty and protection, with no direct biblical relevance. The name gained popularity in Muslim communities since the 7th century and continues to be well-regarded today.
The name Wali is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Wali has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Wali' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7552nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2639th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3889th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5237th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2868th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Wali' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Wali"
Pronunciation
/ˈwɑːli/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Wali derives from the Arabic word 'wali', which means 'guardian' or 'protector'. It is often used in Islamic contexts to denote a person who is a guardian or friend of God.
Meaning
guardian, protector, friend
Language Evolution
Wali, Waliy, Waleed
Historical Usage
The name Wali has been used in various cultures, particularly in Muslim communities, since the spread of Islam in the 7th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Waliy, Waleed, Walid
Modern Popularity & Image
Wali is viewed positively in many cultures, often associated with protection and loyalty. It remains a popular name in Islamic communities.
Famous People
Wali Khan, Wali Ullah, Wali Durrani
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Wali"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Wali"
"Wali" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 7552nd of 7552 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2639th of 10718 | 222 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3889th of 16616 | 210 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 5237th of 24088 | 245 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2868th of 23106 | 510 |
Regional Popularity of "Wali" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
39.82% 1387th/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
41.65% 1864th/4475 |
- | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
68.67% 5022nd/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
36.42% 1634th/4487 |
36.98% 2523rd/6822 |
46.06% 2891st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Wali" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Wali"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Wali" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.