Wade Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Wade Name at a Glance

Name	Wade
Meaning	Ford (as in river crossing); Advancer'; Medieval given name from Scandinavian mythology.
Origin	English
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Wade Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Wade means “Ford (as in river crossing); Advancer'; Medieval given name from Scandinavian mythology”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Wade Name Origin

Our database records Wade under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Wade a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Wade is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Wade

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