Why ‘Waldo’?

@HarryRock34 asked…
“Why do Americans call him Waldo and Australians call him Wally. Like “where’s Waldo” doesn’t sound right but “where’s Wally” sounds better.” Speaking of sounds…
@HarryRock34 asked…
“Why do Americans call him Waldo and Australians call him Wally. Like “where’s Waldo” doesn’t sound right but “where’s Wally” sounds better.” Speaking of sounds…