There are
527
Wakers in the USAWaker is the
41303rd
most common last name in the USAHistorical figures and celebrities called Waker
DanielWakefield
Daniel Wakefield was an English merchant and philanthropist who was a prominent figure in the abolitionist movement in the late 18th and early 19th centuries.AliceWalker
Alice Walker is an American novelist, poet, and activist known for her critically acclaimed novel 'The Color Purple,' which won the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 1983.JamesWakefield
James Wakefield was an Australian politician who served as the Premier of South Australia from 1860 to 1861.LindseyWakerman
Lindsey Wakerman is a Canadian filmmaker known for her documentary films that explore social issues.SarahWakerhauser
Sarah Wakerhauser is an American chocolatier and founder of the Portland-based chocolate company 'Ruby Jewel Sweet Treats.'JohnWake
John Wake was an English composer and musician known for his contributions to early Renaissance vocal music.EmilyWalker
Emily Walker is a British actress known for her stage and screen performances, including her work with the Royal Shakespeare Company.GeorgeWakerley
George Wakerley is an American author and motivational speaker who has written several self-help books.ThomasWakerell
Thomas Wakerell was an English landscape painter who specialized in capturing the beauty of rural landscapes.EmmaWakelin
Emma Wakelin is a British swimmer who represented Great Britain at the Olympic Games and won multiple medals in international competitions.Waker Genealogy
OriginsThe surname 'Waker' is of English origin and is derived from the Middle English word 'wakere,' which means 'watchful' or 'alert.' It may have been originally used as a nickname for someone who was vigilant or observant.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Waker' is relatively rare and does not have a significant concentration in any specific geographic region.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Waker' include 'Wake', 'Walker', 'Wakers', 'Walkers', 'Wakerly', 'Wakerley', 'Wakeman', 'Wakersley', 'Wakery', and 'Waaker'.
Migration and ImmigrationThere is limited information available on the migration and immigration of people with the surname 'Waker.' Due to its rarity, it is likely that individuals with this surname have not been prominent in historical migration or immigration patterns.