Wal Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Wal is listed in our database as a boy name of Scottish origin. Its recorded meaning is “Diminutive of Wallace: Welshman; stranger. Famous Bearer: Scottish hero Sir William Wallace (executed in 1305).Welshman; stranger”.

Wal Name at a Glance

Name Wal
Meaning Diminutive of Wallace: Welshman; stranger. Famous Bearer: Scottish hero Sir William Wallace (executed in 1305).Welshman; stranger.
Origin Scottish
Gender Boy

What Does the Name Wal Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Wal means “Diminutive of Wallace: Welshman; stranger. Famous Bearer: Scottish hero Sir William Wallace (executed in 1305).Welshman; stranger”. 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.

Wal Name Origin

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

Is Wal a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Wal

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