US Popularity:14303
Origin:German
Meaning:Wagon-maker; Wagon-driver
Wagner is a boy’s name meaning “wagonmaker” or “wagon driver.” Derived from the Germanic surname Waganari, Wagner first came to prominence in Saxony, where a family heavily contributed to the development of the area. Then it was sported by people transporting produce and other goods on their high-sided wagons or carts. A well-established name in Scandinavia, the Netherlands, Eastern Europe, and German-speaking countries, this moniker is sure to take your little one places!

Famous People Named Wagner

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  • Honus Wagner
    Baseball Player
  • Richard Wagner
    Composer

How Popular Is The Name Wagner?

U.S. Births

Overall:Wagner is currently #14303 in U.S. births
Boy:Wagner is currently #6782 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2024
#6782
in 2024
+ 3921
from 2023
In comparison to the previous year's data

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