Wade
Male name · ★ Classic
31,727
Total Births
1963
Peak Year
#340
Rank 2023
1880
First Recorded
📋 About the Name Wade
Wade is a classic male name that has remained popular for over a century in the United States. With approximately 31,727 total births recorded since 1880, it is one of the most enduring American names. It peaked in popularity during the 1960s.
📊 Popularity by Decade
| 1880s | 1,101 births |
| 1890s | 1,207 births |
| 1900s | 1,238 births |
| 1910s | 1,573 births |
| 1920s | 1,697 births |
| 1930s | 1,408 births |
| 1940s | 1,788 births |
| 1950s | 3,439 births |
| 1960s | 5,106 births |
| 1970s | 4,154 births |
| 1980s | 2,713 births |
| 1990s | 2,322 births |
| 2000s | 1,695 births |
| 2010s | 1,543 births |
| 2020s | 743 births |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How popular is the name Wade?
Wade has been given to 31,727 babies in the United States since 1880. It peaked in popularity in 1963 with 560 births that year. In 2023, it ranked #340.
Is Wade a boy or girl name?
Wade is primarily used as a male name in the United States.
When was Wade most popular?
Wade was most popular in 1963, when 560 babies were given this name. The name has been consistently popular for over a century.
How old is the name Wade?
Wade first appeared in US records in 1880 (the earliest year in the dataset).