WALDO  

Gender: M
Origin: German
Meaning: "to rule"

Its jaunty o ending makes this name more appealing than its Germanic brothers. Possible hitch: although the craze is over, giggles could follow every asking of "Where's Waldo?"

Waldo is being discussed in our message boards:

• Arno?
• AA, BB, CC, DD...BOYS!
• Silly topic, but need help choosing a plant name!
• Orphanage Game
• What Are Your Top 10 Boy & Girl Names?

Read Nameberry blog posts about Waldo:

• SMASHING STEREOTYPES: Nameberry to the rescue
• HIPPER THAN HIPSTER