Ward
Ward is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Guard, watchman, or protector.
Origin and history
Ward is an English surname-turned-given name originating as an occupational title for a guard or watchman. It was moderately popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries in the U.S. and remains a classical, traditional choice today.
Popularity in the United States
15,026 babies in the United States have been named Ward since 1880. It ranks #969 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1659.
States where it is most popular
- NY (12.2 %)
- MI (10.1 %)
- CA (9.8 %)
- PA (7.6 %)
- IL (7.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 294 |
| 1890-1900 | 378 |
| 1900-1910 | 372 |
| 1910-1920 | 1,775 |
| 1920-1930 | 2,510 |
| 1930-1940 | 1,697 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,762 |
| 1950-1960 | 2,008 |
| 1960-1970 | 2,240 |
| 1970-1980 | 689 |
| 1980-1990 | 347 |
| 1990-2000 | 215 |
| 2000-2010 | 159 |
| 2010-2019 | 312 |
| 2020-2029 | 268 |
Famous people named Ward
- Ward Bond: Actor
Fun facts
- The name originally derived from the Old English word 'weard', referring to someone who worked as a guard or keeper.
- Ward was most popular in the U.S. around the turn of the 20th century and has consistently maintained a steady presence.