Waite

Pronunciation: [ w-AYT ]

Waite is a boy baby name. Ranked #32,510 in the US, popular nicknames include Wai, Way, and Waiie.

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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Waite is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced w-AYT.

Parents who love the name Waite often also consider Conda, Sherry, Ferry .

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Historical Record

Waite first appeared in US Social Security records in 1958.

Over 5 babies have been named Waite in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Waite is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #32,510 for boy names in the US .

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#32,510
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Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#32,510
Total SSA Count
5

Nicknames

Wai Way Waiie

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Conda Boy Native American Chinook Sherry Boy French Chéri Ferry Boy Germanic/Dutch Ralf Boy Germanic tradition Yoseth Boy Hebrew Ova Boy Latin Knoxsyn Boy Scottish Gaelic cnoc Union Boy Latin unio (oneness)

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Frequently Asked Questions About Waite

Is Waite a boy or girl name?
Waite is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Waite?
Waite is pronounced w-AYT.
How popular is the name Waite?
Waite is currently ranked #32510 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Waite?
Common nicknames for Waite include Wai, Way, and Waiie.
Is Waite a common or rare name?
Waite is an uncommon name, ranked #32510 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What boy names are similar to Waite?
Waite pairs well with Conda, Sherry, Ferry, Ralf in style and sound.

About the Name Waite

Waite is a boy name .

Waite is currently ranked #32,510 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Waite include Wai, Way, and Waiie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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