Wade

Wade is a one-syllable dog name, making it short and snappy. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Wade isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

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Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

Wade is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!

Wade was, in the past month, the 3977th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of December 2024, Wade is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.

In the past week, Wade was viewed 55 times, and liked 0 times.

The map below shows Wade's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Wade is most adored in Arkansas, Maine and Nevada.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Oklahoma, Delaware and Virginia.

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Wade.

Wade is found in these categories:

cute

Evokes charming imagery of a pup frolicking in shallow water.

old-fashioned

Popular in the 19th century, it's a relic from yesteryears' canine companions.

ocean

Wading refers to walking through shallow water, a common activity for dogs at the beach.

calm

Wade suggests gentle movement, like a peaceful river stroll.

british

Associated with Old English term for river crossing.

spring

Associations with wading into fresh, melting snow or newly formed streams evoke this season.