Ava Kowalski

By Ava Kowalski
Global Naming Traditions Specialist

Updated on September 06, 2024

Wagoner

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Origin: German

Meaning: Wagon builder, wagonmaker, wagon driver

Hitch baby’s wagon to this original name! Wagoner is a masculine moniker of German origin. Most commonly used as a surname, Wagoner is considered an occupational name that was given to carters and wagoneers. As such, Wagoner means “wagon builder,” “wagon maker,” or “wagon driver.” This comes from the Middle High German word wagen, and is sure to inspire baby to roam the lands. Some notable namesakes include baseball player Betty Wagoner, ecclesiastical architect Harold E. Wagoner, and country musician Porter Wagoner.

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