Waldon
Waldon is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Valley of the Welshmen or wooded hill.
Origin and history
Waldon is a masculine name of Old English origin, derived from place names meaning 'valley of the Welshmen' or 'wooded hill'. Historically used as an English surname, it transitioned into a given name in the United States, though it remains relatively rare today.
Popularity in the United States
693 babies in the United States have been named Waldon since 1880. It ranks #3983 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1915.
States where it is most popular
- KY (100 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 109 |
| 1920-1930 | 204 |
| 1930-1940 | 123 |
| 1940-1950 | 116 |
| 1950-1960 | 64 |
| 1960-1970 | 41 |
| 1970-1980 | 17 |
| 1980-1990 | 7 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 12 |
Nicknames
Wally, Don
Fun facts
- Waldon originated as an English place name, referring to people living near specific valleys or hills.
- Like many traditional English names, Waldon transitioned from a family surname to a rare first name in the U.S.