Wade

Boy's name

Wade is of Old English origin, derived from the word "wadan" meaning "to go."

Meaning River ford
Origin English
U.S. births in 2023 1,009
Peak year 1970

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Notable Namesakes

  • Wade Boggs - Baseball Hall of Famer
  • Wade Phillips - NFL coach
  • Wade Barrett - WWE wrestler
  • Wade Robson - Choreographer, dancer
  • Wade Davis - Anthropologist, author
  • Wade Redden - NHL defenseman
  • Wade Miley - MLB pitcher
  • Wade Belak - NHL enforcer
  • Wade MacNeil - Musician, guitarist
  • Wade Hayes - Country music singer

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