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A variant of the Old English name Wade, meaning to go or to cross a ford. Wayde represents a person who is a natural bridge-builder, possessing a calm and reliable spirit that helps others navigate life's journeys.
Key Stats
| Total births | 861 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1975 |
| Peak generation | Gen X |
| First recorded | 1975 |
| Most recent | 1995 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Origin | English |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
NY — 29%IL — 21%FL — 21%GA — 21%NC — 7%
Notable People
Wayde van Niekerk (Track and field athlete, 400m Olympic Gold Medalist) · Wayde Egan (Rugby league player, Hooker for the New Zealand Warriors) · Wayde Compton (Writer and anthologist, The Outer Harbour) · Wayde Jooste (Professional footballer, Orlando Pirates) · Wayde Sims (Collegiate basketball player, LSU Tigers Forward)
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