A 1950s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Wayde since 1915
Babies named Wayde per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 11 |
| 1920s | 5 |
| 1930s | 16 |
| 1940s | 55 |
| 1950s | 502 |
| 1960s | 408 |
| 1970s | 164 |
| 1980s | 153 |
| 1990s | 211 |
| 2000s | 181 |
| 2010s | 363 |
| 2020s | 235 |
Meaning & origin
Wayde, a spelling variant of the more common Wade, first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1915. Its popularity peaked in 1959, when it reached its highest rank. After declining in use for several decades, the name has been on a rising trajectory since 1986. As of 2025, Wayde remains a rare choice, given to roughly 1 in every 35,585 boys. It is most commonly found in Texas among recorded top states.
Wayde is a modern spelling variant of the Old English name Wade, derived from the verb 'wadan' meaning 'to go' or 'to ford'. Historically, Wade was a toponymic surname for someone who lived near a ford or a shallow crossing. As a given name, it has been in use since the 19th century, with the Wayde spelling emerging in the early 20th century.
Where Wayde is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Wade
Sibling names for Wayde
Names that share Wayde's style, for a brother or sister.
