Wayd Boy

Popularity: · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

Pronunciationwayd / weɪd

English; Old English

Meaning

English: a variant of Wade, meaning 'to go' or 'to ford'

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Wayd is a modern variant of the Old English name Wade. Historically, Wade was used as a surname and given name, often associated with those who lived near a river crossing. The name has been used in various forms throughout English-speaking countries. Wayd, as a contemporary spelling, reflects a trend towards unique and individualized names.

Trend Summary

Wayd is a less common name that reflects a growing trend for unique spellings of traditional names.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Wade

International Variants

  • Wade (English)

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Wayd was first seen in the United States in 1961. Wayd has ranked as high as #1138 nationally, which occurred in 1961, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Wayd has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Wayd

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19615
19985