وائل

Waail

boyArabic

Waail is a Muslim boy name meaning “One who seeks refuge (with God)”.

MeaningOne who seeks refuge (with God)
GenderBoy
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingوائل
PronunciationWAH-eel
Arabic rootو أ ل (w-ʾ-l) — to seek refuge
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Waail

Waail is a spelling of Wāʾil, an old Arabic name meaning one who returns or seeks shelter. It was the name of the Companion Wāʾil ibn Ḥujr from Hadramawt, who narrated hadith on the Prophet's ﷺ prayer.

Is Waail a Muslim name?

Yes. Waail (Wa'il) is an Arabic Muslim name borne by a Companion of the Prophet ﷺ.

Where is the name Waail used?

Common throughout the Arab world, usually spelled Wael.

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Spellings and variants of Waail

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Waail mean?

Waail means 'One who seeks refuge (with God)'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Waail a Muslim name?

Yes. Waail (Wa'il) is an Arabic Muslim name borne by a Companion of the Prophet ﷺ.

How do you write Waail in Arabic?

Waail is written وائل in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Waail?

Waail is pronounced WAH-eel.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.