US Popularity Rank: 668

Origin: Scandinavian

Meaning: To go; Ford

Wade is a boy’s name of English and Scandinavian origins. The name is a popular surname and is thought to derive from the pre-7th century verb wadan, translating to “to go” or “ford.” Many attribute Wade’s early recognition to the eponymous legendary sea-giant of Germanic folklore. The son of a king and a mermaid, Wade was both feared and loved by coastal tribes along the North and Baltic Seas. With aquatic undertones and an adventurous spirit, Wade is sure to appeal to parents with an affinity for travel.