About Wailes
The surname Wailes is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "wæge" meaning "wave" or "billow." It is believed to have originated as a nickname for someone who lived near a body of water or had a connection to the sea. The name may also have been given to someone with a wavy or curly hair. Over time, the spelling variations of the surname have included Wayles, Wails, and Wales.
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The surname Wailes is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Wailes based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Wailes in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Wailes using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.