Foreigner or Welshman
Derived from an Old French word meaning 'foreign' or 'Welsh', originally used to describe people of Celtic or Roman origin. It evolved from a surname into a given name, gaining significant historical notoriety in the 20th century.
Less common today
Wallis isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,025 in 2022.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Duchess of Windsor for whom King Edward VIII abdicated the British throne
American actress known for the series Madam Secretary
Award-winning Canadian opera singer and mezzo-soprano
