Wallace
Wallace is a boy name of Scottish origin meaning “Foreigner, Welshman”, pronounced WOL-iss. It ranked #964 in the United States in 2025, given to 241 babies, and peaked at #69 in 1923. Common nicknames: Wally, Wal.
How popular is Wallace in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Wallace mean, and where does it come from?
Wallace comes from the Anglo-Norman waleis, "foreigner" — the same word behind Welsh, used in Scotland for the Britons of Strathclyde. William Wallace, who beat an English army at Stirling Bridge in 1297 and was executed for it eight years later, made it a national name. It stood at 69th place for American boys in 1923. Wallace Stevens wrote some of the century's best poetry while running an insurance company, and a plasticine inventor of that name has kept it in front of children since 1989.
How is Wallace used around the world?
Wallace is used in 1 languages worldwide, with 3+ international variants.
TypeMale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Wallace?
Famous People Named Wallace
- William Wallace — Scottish knight and leader of the Wars of Independence
- Wallace Stevens — American poet and Pulitzer Prize winner
- Wallace Shawn — American actor and playwright
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Wallace mean?
Wallace is a boy name of Scottish origin meaning "Foreigner, Welshman." Wallace comes from the Anglo-Norman waleis, "foreigner" — the same word behind Welsh, used in Scotland for the Britons of Strathclyde. William Wallace, who beat an English army at Stirling Bridge in 1297 and was executed for it eight years later, made it a national name.
How do you pronounce Wallace?
Wallace is pronounced WOL-iss. Common variations include Wallis, Wallas, Walace.
Is Wallace a boy name?
Yes, Wallace is traditionally a boy name. Popular nicknames include Wally, Wal.