Wade
Meaning: To go or ford a river
Origin: Old English
Gender: Boy
Rank in Australia: #286
Total births: 293
History: Wade peaked in the 2000s in Australia. Wade Graham is an NRL star. The name evokes wading through Australian rivers and beaches — a country defined by water.
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Look at the data
Every number here comes directly from Australia’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (1985) | #95 |
| Babies named Wade in 1985 | 76 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 293 |
| Peak year | 1985 (76 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #95 |
| Years in records | 1976–1985 (4 years of data) |
Frequently asked about Wade
What does the name Wade mean?
Wade means “To go or ford a river” from Old English roots.
What is the origin of the name Wade?
Wade has Old English origin. The traditional meaning is “To go or ford a river”.
How popular is Wade in Australia?
Wade ranked #95 in Australia in 1985 — given to 76 babies that year.
When was Wade most popular?
Wade peaked in 1985 with 76 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Wade a boy or girl name?
Wade is predominantly a boys' name in Australia — over 90% of Wades in registered births are male.