Boy · 3095th of 23,106
Wayde
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
2,255
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1959
Peak Popularity Year
252
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Wayde stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
The name Wayde originates from Old English, meaning 'to wade' or 'to go through water'. Its evolution includes forms such as Wæd in Old English and Wade in Middle English. Wayde expresses traits of strength and adventure, with no direct biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the 20th century as a contemporary variant of Wade.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/weɪd/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Wayde is derived from the Old English word 'wæd', which means 'to go' or 'to wade' through water. It is often associated with the idea of crossing a river or a body of water.
Meaning
to wade
Language Evolution
Old English: Wæd, Middle English: Wade, Modern English: Wayde
Historical Usage
The name Wayde gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the 20th century, often seen as a variant of the more traditional Wade.
Variants & Derivatives
Wade, Waid, Waidy
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Wayde is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with strength and adventure.
Famous People
Wayde van Niekerk, South African sprinter and Olympic gold medalist, Wayde D. Smith, American actor and musician
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 252 peak births in 1959
Geographic Spread
Popular across 21 US states, with strongest presence in Hawaii
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 3 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
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
Full popularity table across American generations 7 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 5980th of 7545 | 16 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 4467th of 6773 | 39 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1146th of 7552 | 820 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2182nd of 10718 | 299 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3160th of 16616 | 286 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4176th of 24088 | 338 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3095th of 23106 | 457 |