Holding steady.
Popularity of Waldron since 1915
Babies named Waldron per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 46 |
| 1920s | 64 |
| 1930s | 42 |
| 1940s | 33 |
| 1950s | 13 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Waldron is a rarity in American baby names, first recorded in 1915 with no subsequent rise into the top 1000. Its trajectory has remained flat, with no peak in usage beyond that initial year; the given name has never achieved widespread attention. The name is derived from an English surname, but its specific etymology is debated, with possibilities including 'valley of the hawks' or 'forest hill'. The lack of top states for Waldron underscores its limited geographic spread. For parents seeking a distinctive name with historical depth but minimal modern usage, Waldron offers a unique option that carries a dignified sound but little cultural baggage.
Waldron is a transferred use of an English surname. The surname itself has multiple possible origins: it may come from a place name meaning 'valley of the hawks' (Old English 'wealh' + 'dun'), or be a habitation name from a lost place called Waldron. Alternatively, it could be a variant of Walderon or related to the Germanic element 'wald' meaning 'rule'. The name has been used as a given name in English-speaking countries since the 19th century, though it has never been common.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Wally
Sibling names for Waldron
Names that share Waldron's style, for a brother or sister.
