Warder
One who keeps watch or serves as a guardian.
Name Census estimates that about 0 living Americans carry the first name Warder. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Warder today is around 0 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Warder births was 1912 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Warder. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Warder. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
0
~ - Americans
Peak year
1912
6 babies that year
Average age
-
1912 SSA rank
#2,530
Tracked since 1912
Popularity
Warder: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Warder by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Warder during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1910s | 6 | 0 | 6 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Warder
The name Warder has its origins in Middle English, derived from the Old French word "wardour," which in turn comes from the Anglo-Norman "wardere" and ultimately the Germanic root "wardōn," meaning "to guard or watch over." This etymological connection suggests that the name Warder was initially associated with occupations related to guarding or protecting, such as a watchman or a sentry.
During the medieval period, the name Warder was commonly used to refer to individuals responsible for guarding castles, fortresses, or other important structures. These individuals held positions of trust and responsibility, ensuring the safety and security of the premises under their watch.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Warder can be found in the Domesday Book, a comprehensive survey of landholdings and population in England commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086. The book mentions several individuals with variations of the name, such as Warderus and Wardarius, indicating its use during the Norman period.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Warder. One prominent example is Warder Clyde Allee (1885-1955), an American ecologist and zoologist known for his contributions to the study of animal behavior and social organization. His research on the role of cooperation in nature and the concept of the "superorganism" had a lasting impact on the field of ecology.
Another individual of historical significance is Warder Cresson (1798-1859), an American lawyer and politician who served as a member of the United States House of Representatives from Pennsylvania. He was also a prominent abolitionist and actively supported the movement to abolish slavery in the United States.
In the realm of literature, Warder Hayden Pearce (1914-1987) was an American novelist and short story writer known for his works that explored themes of social justice and the human condition. His novel "The Embroidered Suit" (1966) received critical acclaim and was praised for its vivid portrayal of life in the American South.
The name Warder also appears in religious contexts. Saint Warder (also known as Warder of Maastricht) was a 7th-century Catholic saint and bishop who played a significant role in the evangelization of the Netherlands. His feast day is celebrated on April 1st by the Catholic Church.
Another noteworthy figure is Warder Woodworth (1807-1891), an American physician and botanist who made significant contributions to the study of flora in the United States. He authored several works on botany and helped establish the field of forestry in the country.
While these examples provide a glimpse into the historical use of the name Warder, it is important to note that the name has evolved over time and may have taken on different meanings and associations in various cultures and contexts.
People
Warder + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Warder as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with W
Other first names starting with W with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Warder: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Warder?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 0 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Warder going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about - US residents.
Is Warder a common name?
We classify Warder as "Very Rare". It ranks above 2.9% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 6 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Warder most popular?
The single biggest year for Warder was 1912, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Warder is about 0 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Warder in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Warder a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Warder in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Warder still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Warder in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Warder can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people are called Warder?
You can see how many people have the name Warder on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — same data roots, lighter UI.