Wayland
Meaning of Wayland
Wayland is a male name with American and British English pronunciations pronounced as WAY-lund (/weɪlənd/). It has a variation, Waylon. The name Wayland has been recorded in the United States of America since at least 1884. Over the years, its popularity has fluctuated, but it has remained a relatively uncommon choice for parents. In recent years, Wayland has ranked between 2500-4000 in terms of popularity. The origin of the name is Old English, derived from the words "weg" meaning "way" or "path" and "land" meaning "land." As such, it can be interpreted to mean "land by the road" or "path land." The name may also have associations with the legendary figure Wayland Smith, a skilled blacksmith from Germanic mythology. Overall, Wayland is a unique and meaningful choice for parents seeking an uncommon yet historically rooted name for their baby boy.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as WAY-lund (/weɪlənd/)
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Notable People Named Wayland
| Wayland Parrott Flowers Jr. was a renowned American actor, comedian, and puppeteer, best known for his successful comedy act with his puppet Madame in the 1970s and 1980s. |
| Wayland Holyfield - Wayland D. Holyfield is a prominent American songwriter known for his "honest simplicity" in the Nashville writing community. |
| Wayland Maxfield Parrish was an American professor and writer. |
