Waldon
Pronunciation: [ w-AWLD-uhn ]
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Waldon first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 141 babies have been named Waldon in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Waldon is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #28,461 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #28,461
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Waldon
Waldon is a boy name .
Waldon is currently ranked #28,461 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Waldon include Wal, Wald, Waldy, Waldie, Way, Waie, and Walkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Waldon include Walden . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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