Waddell

Waddell Meaning & Origin

About Waddell
The name "Waddell" is of Scottish origin and is derived from the Gaelic word "Uadall," meaning "noble ruler" or "chief." It is a surname that was often given to individuals who held positions of authority or leadership within their communities. The name carries connotations of strength, dignity, and a sense of command, reflecting the noble qualities associated with those who bear it.

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Name Popularity

Gender Distribution

Most individuals with the name Waddell are male.

Waddell Popularity Trends

The popularity of the name has decreased by -44.44% over the past year.

Pronunciation

📇 Metaphone
ATL
🗽 NYSIIS
WA
🔊 Soundex
W0304
🎵 Syllabic Pronunciation
W AA0 D EH1 L
🌐 IPA
/wɑˈdɛl/
🔊 Double Metaphone
('ATL', 'FTL')
🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
W340

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Waddell in Braille

Here's how to represent Waddell in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.

The name Waddell in braille

How to Spell the Name Waddell in American Sign Language (ASL)

The image below shows how you can spell Waddell using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.

The name Waddell in sign language

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