Waqas
Boy name · 9 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Waqas: 9 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 3 births in 1990.
A strong, commanding name of Arabic origin, Waqas is traditionally spelled Waqqas and derives from a root meaning "to shatter" or "to break into pieces," evoking the image of a warrior or one who strikes decisively. The most famous bearer is Sa'd ibn Abi Waqqas, a revered companion of the Prophet Muhammad and a key military commander in the early Islamic conquests, known for his leadership at the Battle of al-Qadisiyyah. While the name itself is not directly linked to any specific place, Pakistan's second-largest city, Lahore, is sometimes said in folk etymology to be named after Lava, son of Rama, and the connection to Waqas is unrelated. A notable variant is Wakkas, found in Turkish-speaking communities, and the name remains popular across South Asia and the Middle East, reflecting its powerful, historic resonance.
Boy 3 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 19903 babies
- Latest (1994)
- #3753 babies
- Total births
- 9since 1990
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y