NAME PROFILE
Wallace
Wallace is a name of Old French origin meaning 'Welshman' or 'foreigner.' It has a robust and noble quality, often associated with bravery and leadership, reflecting the historical significance of figures like William Wallace.
Key Stats
| Total births | 83,851 |
| Gender | Male (89% / 11%) |
| Peak year | 1923 |
| Peak generation | G.I. Gen |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | Yes |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
TX — 21%CA — 20%FL — 20%NY — 20%GA — 19%
Notable People
Wallace Shawn (Actor, *The Princess Bride*) · William Wallace (Scottish knight and national hero) · Wallace Stevens (American poet) · William Wallace (Scottish freedom fighter) · Wallace Beery (American actor, *The Champ*)
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