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Waldo

A short form of Germanic names containing wald or walt, meaning power or authority.

Meaning and origin

Waldo served as a shortened form of extensive Germanic names containing root elements that conveyed concepts of strength and sovereignty.

How to pronounce Waldo

English (US)/ˈwɔːldoʊ/

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