Scottish · Boy name
Wallace
“foreigner, Welshman”
About the name Wallace
Wallace is a name of Scottish origin, meaning ‘foreigner’ or ‘Welshman’. It is derived from the Old French term ‘waleis’, which referred to the Welsh people. The name is historically significant, associated with Sir William Wallace, a Scottish knight who became a national hero for his role in the Wars of Scottish Independence. The name has been used in various cultures and remains a strong choice for parents looking for a name with historical depth and cultural significance.
- Meaning
- foreigner, Welshman
- Origin
- Scottish
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- WALL-iss(2 syl.)
Variants and spellings
No common variant spellings are widely recorded.
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Middle names for Wallace
- Wallace James
- Wallace Alexander
- Wallace Michael
- Wallace David
- Wallace Thomas
Questions about Wallace
- What does Wallace mean?
- Wallace is a Scottish name meaning "foreigner, Welshman".
- How do you pronounce Wallace?
- Wallace is pronounced WALL-iss, with emphasis on the first syllable.
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