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

English origin, means "spring" or "well".

English surname derived from the Old English word 'well', meaning spring or stream. It was originally given to those who lived near wells or were responsible for maintaining them.

English given name derived from Old English words "well" and "leah," signifying a meadow near a spring or well, connoting refreshing beauty. It has historical significance, famously borne by Sir Arthur Wellsley, 1st Duke of Wellington, yet remains uncommon today.

Rare German name derived from "wilmar," meaning "resolute protection.

German name meaning 'strong as a wolf', tracing back to medieval times and popular among early Germanic tribes.

Rare English name derived from Old English names Weohstan or Wihtestan, possibly meaning "powerful stone" or "famous stone".

Uncommon yet captivating female name of Old English origin, meaning "wealth" or "prosperity," popularized during the Anglo-Saxon period by Queen Wealththeow from the epic poem "Beowulf.

Uncommon English name derived from "weofod," meaning "place of worship.

Rare yet intriguing English given name derived from Old English 'wæl', meaning 'stranger' or 'foreigner'. It may also stem from the Norman surname Wheatley, associated with those living near wheat fields. Though historically uncommon and lacking notable historical figures, Welty has been used throughout history, predominantly in southern U.S. states. Today, it is closely linked to American author Eudora Welty, winner of the 1973 Pulitzer Prize for Fiction.

Chinese origin, signifies 'culture' or 'refinement,' often associated with educated and sophisticated individuals throughout history.

Historic and unique Chinese name meaning 'literature' or 'culture', traditionally associated with males but increasingly used for females due to its unisex appeal. It has been held by notable figures like Wen Tianxiang, a renowned poet from the Southern Song Dynasty.

Rare, Slavic origin name derived from Václav, meaning "prosperous glory" or "healthy fame.

Historic Germanic name derived from "Winceslaus," meaning "spear-wielder" or "bearer of victory." It was notably borne by Saint Wenceslaus I, the Duke of Bohemia known for his courage and piety.

Germanic name meaning "ruling friend" or "protecting ruler", popularized by Saint Wenceslaus I, Duke of Bohemia during the 10th century.

Old Germanic name derived from "wini" meaning 'friend' and "halja" signifying 'power or rule', translating to 'strong in friendship'.

Rare Slavic name meaning 'circle' or 'ring', associated with the fertility god Wienc.

Distinctive female given name of Celtic origin, meaning "white" or "fair", and associated with the legendary goddess Gwenhwyfar in Arthurian mythology.

Rare Germanic male given name derived from "wind" and "battle", meaning "powerful in battle".

English male given name derived from Old English elements 'wende' meaning "way" or "course", and 'hal' meaning "hale" or "healthy". Thus, Wendall signifies "healthy journey".

English name derived from Old English 'wend' and 'hal', meaning 'stranger'.

English feminine name derived from 'Wenda' (white/fair) and 'lyn' (lake), translating to 'white lake'. It was popular in medieval England and Wales due to its association with fairness of complexion or water bodies. Today, Wendalyn remains a rare yet meaningful choice for parents seeking a distinctive name for their daughter.

German-origin unisex name meaning "turn" or "direction", derived from the Old High German word 'wendan'. It has historical ties to Saint Winde and is associated with femininity and grace in some cultures.

American name of German origin meaning 'to travel' or 'to wander', coined as a feminine variation of Wendel during the mid-20th century.

Germanic-derived name that means "wanderer" or "nomad", associated with adventure and strength through historic literary works like Goethe's Faust.

Rare but powerful German name meaning 'strong in battle'.

Rare German name derived from "wendo" meaning 'child' or 'warrior', and 'lind' meaning 'limb' or 'shield'. It can be interpreted as 'little warrior' or 'shield warrior'.

Rare, feminine German name derived from "wenti" meaning white or fair, and "lind" meaning gentle or soft. Coined by German poet Friedrich Rückert, it offers a distinctive choice with poetic origins.

English name originally derived from "wende" meaning "way" or "journey", and "hull" meaning "hill".

Rare but memorable English given name derived from Old English elements 'wending' meaning "rolling" or "moving," and 'halh' signifying "hill," thus conveying the image of a "rolling hill.

Unique and elegant name of unknown origin, possibly derived from German or Scottish names, or created by combining Wendy andella.

Welsh-origin name meaning 'fair', derived from 'gwenddy' and variant of Gwendolen.

Elegant English name derived from Old English words "wend" (to go/move) and "lyn" (tin), first recorded in the 11th century Domesday Book, conveying strength and timelessness.

Rare yet captivating Latin given name derived from "vindemia," meaning grape harvest, often associated with autumn. It holds historical significance as it was used in ancient Rome and throughout the Middle Ages, and remains popular in countries influenced by Roman Catholic culture.

Distinctive female name of uncertain origin, potentially derived from German 'Wendelina' meaning "wanderer," or English "wend" meaning "to turn/bend." Popularized in the mid-20th century U.S., Wendi has been embraced globally for its unique sound and potential meanings.

Uncommon variant spelling of Wendy, derived from the Middle English word 'wenden', meaning "to go" or "to move".

Unique German female name derived from 'wind' and 'battle', meaning "stormy battle" or "battle wind".

Uncommon English given name whose meaning and origin are somewhat unclear, possibly derived from the Old English word 'wend' meaning 'to turn', or potentially a variant of Germanic Wendell meaning 'strong as a wolf'.

Wendlyn, of Welsh origin, means 'fair and gentle' or 'white and noble', derived from the words 'gwyn' (white) and 'dydd' (day).

Unique Dutch name derived from Wendela, meaning 'to travel' combined with 'la', short for Laura or Adelheid. Historically associated with wanderers or travelers, it gained popularity among European nobility due to Saint Wendel's influence.

Rare yet compelling Latin-derived female name that means 'victorious,' symbolizing strength and triumph.