Wallace as a Baby Name. Meaning and Origin of Wallace

What is the meaning of the name Wallace ?

The baby name Wallace is a unisex name 2 syllables long and is pronounced WALL-iss.

Wallace is Welsh in Origin.

Wallace is a name of Scottish origin that means "foreigner" or "Welshman". It is derived from the Old French word "waleis" which means "foreigner" or "Welshman". The name was originally given to people who were from Wales or who had Welsh ancestry. The name became popular in Scottish in the 12th century and was often used as a surname. It later became a first name in the 19th century.

The name Wallace is typically used for boys, although it can also be used for girls. It is pronounced as "WAW-lis" or "WAL-iss". The name has been used by several notable people throughout history, including the Scottish hero William Wallace who fought for Scottish independence in the 13th century. Other famous Wallaces include the American actor Wallace Shawn and the British naturalist Alfred Russel Wallace.

The name Wallace is composed of two elements: "wal" which means "foreigner" or "Welshman" and "leis" which means "servant" or "follower". The name has a strong Scottish and Welsh heritage and is often associated with strength, courage, and independence. It remains a popular name in Scottish and other English-speaking countries.