Waldo
- Pronunciation
- [Wal-do]
- Gender
- Male
- Meaning
- Ruler
- Origin
- German
Waldo Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 5,711 baby boys have been named Waldo. The name peaked in 1915 with 174 US births that year (rank #407).
Top States for Waldo
Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Waldo births are: Ohio (232), Texas (173), California (168).
Other German-Origin Names Like Waldo
If you like Waldo's German origin, consider these related names: Abelard, Abelard,Allard,Alard, Adal, Adalard, Adalbert. Browse all German names →
5-Letter Names Starting with W
Names with Waldo's exact length and starting letter: Wafid, Wafiq, Wahed, Wahid, Waite.
Quick Facts About Waldo
Variant Forms
| Name | Meaning | Gender | Origin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walden | From The Welshman's Valley | Male | English |
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Compare Waldo to Other Popular Names
Side-by-side popularity charts and crossover years for Waldo against today's most popular boys-name peers (top 8 by US births in the last 10 years of SSA records).