Waldemar, of German origin, is a unique and historical name that combines the elements 'wald' meaning forest, and 'mär' which means famous or renowned. This name was popularized by Waldemar I of Denmark, who ruled from 1080 to 1086. The name Waldemar has been used throughout history in various European countries, including Germany, Denmark, Poland, and Lithuania, often among royalty and nobility.
The name Waldemar has seen a significant number of births over the years, with a total of 1500 recorded between 1891 and 2022. The highest number of births occurred in 1917 with 48 babies named Waldemar. However, the popularity of this name appears to have fluctuated greatly over time, with some years seeing as many as 36 births (in 1914) and others as few as 5 (in multiple years since 2000).