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Meanings

Anglo-Saxon Baby Names Meaning:

In Anglo-Saxon Baby Names the meaning of the name Wade is: Moving.

English Baby Names Meaning:

In English Baby Names the meaning of the name Wade is: Ford (as in river crossing); 'Advancer'; Medieval given name from Scandinavian mythology.

Scandinavian Baby Names Meaning:

In Scandinavian Baby Names the meaning of the name Wade is: Medieval given name from Scandinavian mythology. Also English surname referring to a water crossing.

American Baby Names Meaning:

In American Baby Names the meaning of the name Wade is: Moving.

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