Waldo
Waldo: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Waldo
- A male given name from Old English, in modern American use transferred back from the surname.
- A surname transferred from the given name.
Etymology
Anglicized from, the Old Norse equivalent Valthiófr, from vald + *ᚦᛖᚢᛒᚨᛉ (*þeubaʀ). Compare Walthall, Waldie.
How popular is Waldo?
Since 1880, 6 girls and 5,716 boys in the U.S. have been named Waldo (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #5080 in 1921. Its highest rank for boys was #347 in 1881. In 2025, 6 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Waldo FAQ
What does the name Waldo mean?
A male given name from Old English, in modern American use transferred back from the surname. A surname transferred from the given name. Anglicized from, the Old Norse equivalent Valthiófr, from vald + *ᚦᛖᚢᛒᚨᛉ (*þeubaʀ). Compare Walthall, Waldie.
What is the origin of the name Waldo?
Waldo is listed as a name of English origin.
How popular is the name Waldo?
Since 1880, 6 girls and 5,716 boys in the U.S. have been named Waldo (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #5080 in 1921. Its highest rank for boys was #347 in 1881. In 2025, 6 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Waldo a boy or girl name?
Waldo is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 6 girls and 5,716 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.