Waden is of Old English origin, derived from the word 'wad', meaning 'to wade'. It was often used as a nickname for someone who lived near water or worked in a wet environment. The name has been recorded since the Domesday Book of 1086, indicating its longevity in British history.
"The name Waden appears to have seen peaks of popularity around every decade since 2008, with the most recent peak occurring in 2023."