Wayman

Wayman is primarily a surname that transitioned to use as a first name. It likely derives from the Middle English occupational term 'wayman,' referring to a traveler, wagon driver, or someone who worked on or maintained roads (from 'way' meaning road and 'man'). As a given name, Wayman has been documented in American records since at least the late 19th century, though it has always remained relatively uncommon. The name saw modest usage throughout the 20th century, particularly in the first half. Its transition from surname to given name follows a pattern common in American naming traditions, similar to names like Taylor or Cooper. Wayman has an old-fashioned, dignified quality typical of surname-derived given names, offering a connection to occupational heritage and tradition.

Pronounced WAY-mun.

As of October 2026, Wayman ranked #10699 in US births in 2010 SSA, peaked at #736 in 1900.