Waldo: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A ruler whose bold command inspires devotion.
- Origin
- Spanish
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #11811
- Peak
- #347 in 1881
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Waldo Means
Waldo is a boy name of Spanish origin. A ruler whose bold command inspires devotion.
How Popular Waldo Is
Waldo currently ranks #11811 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #347 in 1881. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Waldo
- Waldo peaked at #347 in the U.S. in 1881.
- Waldo is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- Waldo is a name from the Spanish-speaking world.
Names Like Waldo
Other Spanish names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Waldo
Spanish names that pair well as a brother or sister to Waldo.
Questions About Waldo
What does Waldo mean?
Waldo is a boy name of Spanish origin. A ruler whose bold command inspires devotion.
How popular is Waldo?
Waldo currently ranks #11811 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #347 in 1881. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Waldo come from?
Waldo comes from Spanish roots. Waldo peaked at #347 in the U.S. in 1881.
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