Wayde
Wayde is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
To ford or cross a stream; or a traveler who journeys.
Origin and history
Wayde is a variant spelling of Wade, an English name derived from an Old English word or place name. Historically associated with crossing a ford or living near a river crossing, it has a long-standing presence in Anglo-Saxon culture. In the United States, it remains a uncommon yet recognizable male name.
Popularity in the United States
2,304 babies in the United States have been named Wayde since 1880. It ranks #2696 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1692.
States where it is most popular
- CA (18.5 %)
- NY (11.8 %)
- TX (10.1 %)
- PA (7.5 %)
- IL (6.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 11 |
| 1920-1930 | 5 |
| 1930-1940 | 16 |
| 1940-1950 | 55 |
| 1950-1960 | 502 |
| 1960-1970 | 408 |
| 1970-1980 | 164 |
| 1980-1990 | 153 |
| 1990-2000 | 211 |
| 2000-2010 | 181 |
| 2010-2019 | 363 |
| 2020-2029 | 235 |
Famous people named Wayde
- Wayde van Niekerk: Athlete, Olympic Champion
- Wayde King: Television Personality, Businessman
Fun facts
- Wayde is an alternate spelling of the more common name Wade, incorporating the 'ay' letter pattern.
- The root name Wade connects to Germanic mythology, where Wada was a legendary sea giant.