Wallace

Wallace is an English surname that originated as a Norman French name, 'Wallensis,' which means 'a Welshman' or 'a foreigner.'

The name likely referred to someone who had come from Wales or was of Welsh descent during the Norman conquest of Britain in the 11th century.

Over time, Wallace became a popular surname in Scotland and England, and it eventually transitioned into use as a given name as well.

As a given name, Wallace has been associated with strength, determination, and independence, possibly due to its connection to the legendary Scottish hero William Wallace, who fought for Scottish independence from England in the late 13th and early 14th centuries.