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Wade

Wade is a boy’s name of English and Scandinavian origins. The name is a popular surname and is thought to derive from the pre-7th century verb wadan, translating to “to go” or “ford.” Many attribute Wade’s early recognition to the eponymous legendary sea-giant of Germanic folklore. The son of a king and a mermaid, Wade was both feared and loved by coastal tribes along the North and Baltic Seas. With aquatic undertones and an adventurous spirit, Wade is sure to appeal to parents with an affinity for travel.
British Male
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Meaning

To go, ford

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Pronunciation

weyd

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Traits

  • Adventurous
  • Independent
  • Confident
  • Determined

Compatibility

Wade works well with siblings of different styles and personalities, as it is versatile and adaptable. As a middle name, Wade adds a strong and dynamic element to the full name. It pairs nicely with classic or modern first names, as well as surnames with British origins.

Adventurous Independent Confident Determined

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Famous Personalities

Notable people who share the name.

Portrait of Wade Davis

Wade Davis

Scientist

Born: December 14, 1953 · British Columbia, Canada

Portrait of Wade Barrett

Wade Barrett

Wrestler

Born: August 10, 1980 · Lancashire, England

Portrait of Wade Boggs

Wade Boggs

Athlete

Born: June 15, 1958 · Nebraska, USA

Portrait of Wade Robson

Wade Robson

Choreographer

Born: September 17, 1982 · Brisbane, Australia

Portrait of Wade Mainer

Wade Mainer

Musician

Born: April 21, 1907 · North Carolina, USA

Portrait of Wade Hampton III

Wade Hampton III

Leader

Born: March 28, 1818 · South Carolina, USA

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Regional Variations & Spellings

Alternative Spellings

  • Wade Original form
  • Уэйд Russian
  • 韋德 Chinese
  • ويد Arabic
  • უეიდი Georgian
  • Japanese
  • Hebrew
  • Korean

Cultural Adaptations

  • ウェイド (Weido) Japanese
  • ווייד (Weyd) Hebrew
  • 웨이드 (Weideu) Korean

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Frequently Asked Questions about Wade

What does Wade mean?
To go, ford
What is the origin of Wade?
Wade has British origins.
Is Wade popular?
Wade has been viewed 150 times and saved to favorites 0 times by our community.
What are similar names to Wade?
Similar names include Rayan, Xia, Kate, Raina, Yesenia.
How do you pronounce Wade?
Wade is pronounced weyd.

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