Waymon
Waymon is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Protector of the road or defender in war, depending on the Anglo-Saxon root.
Origin and history
Waymon is an English surname turned given name, derived from the Old English name Wærmund or an altered form of Wayman. Historically used in the United States throughout the 20th century, it remains a rare choice today. It carries a classical, vintage southern charm.
Popularity in the United States
4,746 babies in the United States have been named Waymon since 1880. It ranks #1788 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1904.
States where it is most popular
- GA (25.5 %)
- TX (23.6 %)
- AL (13.3 %)
- TN (12.8 %)
- AR (8.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 13 |
| 1890-1900 | 49 |
| 1900-1910 | 64 |
| 1910-1920 | 386 |
| 1920-1930 | 630 |
| 1930-1940 | 791 |
| 1940-1950 | 807 |
| 1950-1960 | 694 |
| 1960-1970 | 506 |
| 1970-1980 | 329 |
| 1980-1990 | 213 |
| 1990-2000 | 139 |
| 2000-2010 | 69 |
| 2010-2019 | 33 |
| 2020-2029 | 23 |
Famous people named Waymon
- Waymon Tisdale: Basketball Player, Musician
Fun facts
- Waymon developed as a variant of Wayman or the Old English personal name Wærmund.
- The name saw its peak popularity in the United States during the early-to-mid 20th century.