Wallis Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationWALL-iss / ˈwɒl.ɪsEnglish; Welsh
Meaning
English: foreign; Welsh: from the Welsh place name
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Wallis has roots in both English and Welsh cultures. It is derived from the Old French term 'wallis', meaning 'foreigner' or 'Welshman'. Historically, it has been used as a surname before becoming a given name. The name gained some prominence in the 20th century, particularly in relation to notable figures.
Trend Summary
Wallis has seen a modest level of popularity in the United States, with occasional spikes in usage.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Wallis was first seen in the United States in 1911. Wallis has ranked as high as #846 nationally, which occurred in 1940, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Wallis has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1911 | 6 |
| 1913 | 6 |
| 1914 | 15 |
| 1915 | 13 |
| 1916 | 8 |
| 1917 | 14 |
| 1918 | 18 |
| 1919 | 16 |
| 1920 | 17 |
| 1921 | 16 |
| 1922 | 13 |
| 1923 | 10 |
| 1924 | 12 |
| 1925 | 20 |
| 1926 | 12 |
| 1927 | 11 |
| 1928 | 14 |
| 1929 | 17 |
| 1930 | 16 |
| 1931 | 10 |
| 1932 | 8 |
| 1934 | 16 |
| 1935 | 9 |
| 1936 | 22 |
| 1937 | 17 |
| 1938 | 19 |
| 1939 | 12 |
| 1940 | 26 |
| 1941 | 12 |
| 1942 | 8 |
| 1943 | 9 |
| 1944 | 14 |
| 1945 | 12 |
| 1946 | 7 |
| 1947 | 11 |
| 1948 | 10 |
| 1949 | 10 |
| 1950 | 10 |
| 1951 | 11 |
| 1952 | 7 |
| 1953 | 13 |
| 1954 | 6 |
| 1955 | 9 |
| 1956 | 8 |
| 1957 | 8 |
| 1958 | 8 |
| 1961 | 6 |
| 1962 | 10 |
| 1963 | 8 |
| 1966 | 6 |
| 1968 | 7 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1977 | 6 |