Wade is a distinctive boys' name in United States, ranking #552 in 2011 with 462 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2021 with 1,018 births ranking #326. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 22.1%. In 2011, approximately 1 in every 4,110 boys born was named Wade. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Wade is a short, strong name tied to movement through water or a ford. It feels practical, clean, and unmistakably straightforward.
The name has both word and surname roots, which help give it a rugged, natural image. Its compact sound has kept it attractive in modern use.