Popularity: 107
Origin: British
Other Origin(s): Norse
Meaning: Land by the road; Courageous fighter
Waylon is a masculine name of Old English and Norse origins. A variant of Wayland, this name translates to “land by the road”—something you’ll see plenty of as you and baby enjoy fun road trips together. Waylon also comes from the Old Norse name meaning “courageous fighter,” which is sure to inspire baby to have a strong, unbendable will.
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  • William Golding
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  • William Hanna
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  • William Henry Harrison
    United States President
  • William H. Macy
    Actor
  • William Holden
    Actor
  • William Howard Taft
    United States President
  • William Hurt
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  • William McKinley
    United States President
  • William Moseley
    Actor
  • William S. Burroughs
    Artist
  • William Shakespeare
    Playwright
  • William Wordsworth
    Poet
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