About Waitman
The surname Waitman is of English origin and is derived from the Middle English word "wait," meaning "to watch" or "to guard," and the Old English word "mann," meaning "man." Therefore, the surname Waitman is believed to have originated as an occupational name for someone who was a watchman or guard. It was likely given to individuals who were responsible for keeping watch over a particular area or property, ensuring its safety and security.
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The surname Waitman is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Waitman 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 Waitman in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Waitman using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.