Female and male first names beginning with the letter “W”..

WEATHERLY

Female

Rare English given name derived from the surname Weatherley, which means 'weather clearing' and originates from Yorkshire, England.

WEAVER

Male

English origin given name derived from an occupational surname for weavers in the textile industry.

WEBB

Male

English surname derived from Old English words 'webbe' meaning 'weaver' or 'webba' referring to someone living near a riverbank.

WEBBER

Male

English given name derived from the occupational surname Webber, originally given to weavers or fullers in medieval England. It means 'to weave' and has historical ties to the textile industry.

WEBER

Male

The name Weber originates from Germany, derived from the Middle High German word "weber" meaning "weaver". Traditionally, it was given to those who worked in weaving or lived near mills. It may also have originated from the Old High German word "wæban" or the personal name Eberhard. In some cases, it could be an occupational name for a fuller. Today, Weber is found worldwide with notable figures like sociologist Max Weber and actress Barbara Weber.

WEBSTER

Male

American given name derived from the Middle English occupational surname 'weaver'.

WEDA

Female

Unique Sanskrit-derived name meaning 'knowledge,' popularized by ancient Indian scholars seeking wisdom for their daughters.

WEDAD

Female

Arabic female given name derived from "widayah," meaning "visitation." It holds historical significance as the name of a kind, generous companion of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and appears in Arabic literature celebrating love and virtue. Today, Wedad remains popular for its positive associations with kindness, generosity, and devotion.

WEDNESDAY

Female

Unique given name of unknown origin, directly connected to the Norse god Wodan through the day Wednesday.

WEDSON

Male

African name from the Makonde people meaning "born on Wednesday".

WEDU

Female

Ethiopian boys' name derived from the Amharic word 'wedaj', meaning 'to be born'. It holds significant cultural importance in Ethiopia and carries with it the joy and gratitude associated with childbirth.

WEEDA

Female

Unique, invented name of uncertain origin and meaning.

WEENA

Female

Distinctive Scottish Gaelic name meaning 'life', historically used as a title for Highland chieftains and popularized by H.G. Wells' novel "The Time Machine".

WEI

Female

The name Wei, originating from ancient China, means 'encounter' or 'meeting', symbolizing interconnectedness.

WEI

Male

Chinese origin, means "powerful" or "majestic", derived from the character "威". It's one of China's most common surnames, tracing back to the Spring and Autumn Period (771-476 BC).

WEIDA

Female

Rare yet significant Chinese given name derived from the surname "威达" (wēi dá), meaning 'powerful reach'.

WEIKKO

Male

Finnish name of Swedish origin, derived from Viktor meaning 'victory'.

WEILAND

Male

Unique name of German origin, 'Weiland' means 'warrior land', reflecting its historic Germanic roots.

WEIR

Male

The Scottish name Weir originates from the Gaelic word 'uamh', meaning 'cave', and is associated with strength and resilience.

WEJDAN

Female

Arabic name derived from "wadaha," meaning "meeting place" or "gathering point.

WELBERT

Male

Rare German-origin name derived from 'walh' meaning foreign/stranger, and 'berht' meaning bright/famous, popularized during the Middle Ages but now uncommon.

WELBORN

Male

Uncommon English given name derived from Old English elements, meaning "desiring a stream" or "having a will for a stream.

WELBURN

Male

The name Welburn originates from Old English and Old Norse elements, meaning 'slain' or 'dead' combined with 'to burn'. It's believed to derive from a location near a burned stream or spring, or as an ornamental name translating to 'wild stream'.

WELBY

Male

English given name derived from Old English 'Wælbeorth', meaning 'bright in battle'.

WELCH

Male

Distinctive given name of Welsh origin, signifying 'strength' or 'mighty', derived from the Welsh word 'gwell'. Traditionally used as a masculine name in Wales, Welch has been associated with powerful warriors and Welsh nobility throughout history.

WELCOME

Female

Welcome: An African-origin name derived from 'welcome', meaning hospitality; popularized among African American communities in the late 20th century.

WELCOME

Male

Uncommon English name meaning 'to warmly receive or greet,' originating from Middle Ages England as a nickname for hospitable individuals.

WELDA

Female

Unique Scandinavian female name derived from "veldr", meaning "to rule".

WELDEN

Male

Rare English male given name whose origin and meaning are not clearly documented. It may be derived from the Old English words 'well' and 'den', translating to "valley by the spring", or it could be a variant spelling of the German name Waldemar, meaning "famous in battle". Despite its uncertain origins, Welden has gained popularity recently in fantasy literature and role-playing games.

WELDON

Male

English masculine given name derived from Old English 'wudu' meaning 'wood', and Norse 'Ulf' meaning 'wolf'.

WELDON

Female

English male given name derived from the Old English word "wæld", meaning "powerful". It was originally a surname before evolving into a given name. Despite its historical significance, there are no widely known legends associated with the name. Weldon peaked in popularity during the 1930s and 1940s but has since become less widespread, making it a unique choice today.

WELFORD

Male

Uncommon English given name derived from Old English words "wulf" (wolf) and "ford" (river crossing), conveying the meaning "river crossing where wolves live".

WELKER

Male

German-origin name derived from "walh" (foreigner) and "-ric" (power), meaning foreign power or stranger's might.

WELLER

Male

English surname derived from 'weller', meaning someone who lived near a well or spring, dating back to the mid-13th century.

WELLES

Female

Rare American given name of English and French origin, derived from the surname Welles, which combines "well" meaning "spring" or "stream", and "wall" meaning "enclosed space".

WELLES

Male

American given name created by film director Orson Welles, who chose it as his first name to distinguish himself from another student with the same middle name at his boarding school.

WELLESLEY

Female

English surname-turned-first-name derived from the Norfolk village Wellesley, meaning 'from the spring or well by the old wood'. It's associated with Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington, and has been used more frequently in recent years due to its associations with strength and leadership.

WELLESLEY

Male

English name derived from the town Wellesley in Suffolk, meaning "woodland spring," and associated with military prowess through figures like Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington.

WELLINGTON

Male

Portuguese boys' name meaning "well" or "spring," traditionally given to those born near water sources believed to promote health and strength. It gained global recognition in the 19th century due to British military leader Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington's victory at the Battle of Waterloo. Today, it is used worldwide for both boys and girls, particularly in Portugal, Brazil, and English-speaking countries with historical ties to Britain.

WELLMAN

Male

Distinct English given name derived from Old English words 'wel' (well or happily) and 'mann' (man), signifying 'happy man'.