Waldo: Name day
Name day
Waldo's name day is July 12 in the USA.
Waldo's history, mood and gender
Waldo is a name with Germanic origins, stemming from elements meaning 'rule' and 'battle'. It gained traction as a shortened form of older names and saw a boost in recognition in the 20th century thanks to the 'Where's Waldo?' books. While not consistently popular, it remains a recognizable name, particularly in the United States, Canada, and Australia. It is overwhelmingly used as a masculine name, evoking a playful, adventurous, and slightly vintage mood. The name carries a lighthearted tone and suggests a curious personality. Its unique association with the search-and-find books has cemented its place in popular culture.
Name Day List: Waldo
| Country | Day | Month | Names |
USA | 12 | July | Bud, Buddy, Jason, Jay, Jayla, Jaylen, Jaylin, Jaylon, Jayson, Oscar, Osvaldo, Oswald, Oswaldo, Ozzie, Waldo |