There are
2739
Wakes in the USA
Wake is the
11488th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Wake

Herewardthe

Anglo-Saxon nobleman known for leading resistance against the Norman conquest of England.

NancyWake

New Zealand-born British agent during World War II, known for her work with the French Resistance.

ThomasWake

English pirate who operated in the Caribbean Sea during the early 18th century.

CyrilWake

British naval officer who played a significant role in the development of the Royal Australian Navy.

MargaretWake

English noblewoman and heiress, known for her connections to the royal families of England and Scotland.

Wake Genealogy

OriginsThe surname Wake has English origins.
Geographic DistributionThe surname Wake is primarily found in England and other English-speaking countries.
VariationsVariations of the surname Wake include Waker, Wakers, and Wakes.
Migration and ImmigrationMigration and immigration of individuals with the surname Wake occurred throughout history, particularly during periods of political and economic upheaval. Specific locations and reasons vary.