Female and male first names beginning with the letter “W”..
WESTYN
MaleDistinctive Welsh name meaning "guest" or "stranger", reflecting Wales' inclusive spirit and reminding us to welcome newcomers.
WESTYN
FemaleUncommon English name derived from the Middle English word 'west', meaning west direction. It was traditionally given to children born in western England and has evolved to gain popularity in various English-speaking countries. Today, it's considered a unique and distinctive choice with a strong connection to its historical roots.
WESTYNN
MaleModern name of unknown origin, often associated with the English word 'west' symbolizing new beginnings, or with strength and resilience inspired by Welsh names.
WETA
FemaleWeta, of Maori origin, means "goddess of fire" and signifies warmth, light, and life-giving sustenance.
WETONA
FemaleNative American female given name of Cherokee origin, meaning 'evening star', symbolizing guidance, protection, and good fortune.
WETZEL
MaleUnique German given name meaning "little weasel", brought to America in the 18th century by German immigrants like Johannes Wetzel.
WEYLAN
MaleDistinctive given name of unknown origin and meaning, possibly derived from the Welsh name Dylan or inspired by other names like William.
WEYLAND
MaleUncommon English name derived from Old English elements 'wíg' (war) and '-land' (land), translating to "land of battle" or "strife's land.
WEYLEN
MaleDistinctive Scottish given name derived from the Gaelic surname MacWhaid, meaning "son of Whead.
WEYLIN
MaleRare male given name of uncertain origin but believed to be Scottish, possibly derived from "Mac Fhionnlaigh" meaning "son of the fair-haired one.
WEYLON
MaleUnknown origin and has no widely accepted meaning or history, making it a rare and unique choice.
WEYLYN
MaleDistinctive Welsh name derived from "gwylan," meaning "seagull," associated with strength, nobility, and intelligence, popular among early Welsh royalty like Prince Weylin ap Gruffudd.
WEYLYN
FemaleUncommon Welsh given name derived from 'gweithio', meaning work or industry, reflecting diligence and hard work. It has historical ties to medieval Wales and remains unique today.
WEYMAN
MaleRare American given name with uncertain origins, possibly derived from the Welsh Huwman meaning "He-man" or "hero.
WEYMON
MaleUncommon American name derived from Wayne ('wagon maker') and Amon ('friend'), meaning 'friendly wagon maker'.
WEYMOUTH
MaleUnique English given name derived from the Old English words "wīm" meaning "bend or curve" and "-mūþ" meaning "mouth of a river". It translates to "mouth of the river that curves", referring to the town Weymouth in Dorset, England.
WEZLEY
MaleAmerican origin name derived from Wesley, meaning 'western meadow', with a modern variant spelling for a personalized touch.
WHALEN
MaleUncommon yet distinguished given name of Irish origin, derived from the ancient surname O'Fálain, meaning 'wolf'.
WHALEY
MaleUncommon English given name derived from the Old English word 'hwael', meaning 'whale'. It was originally used as a surname for those involved in whaling or living near coasts with whale sightings. Despite its rare usage today, Whaley has a unique charm due to its historical and marine-related origins.
WHARTON
MaleEnglish male given name derived from the Old English word 'hwart', meaning 'spear'. It was initially used as a surname before becoming a given name.
WHEATON
MaleEnglish surname derived from 'whetstan,' meaning 'stone for whetting' or 'whetstone.' It originated in Norfolk during the early medieval period and has since spread globally.
WHEELER
MaleEnglish surname of occupational origin, derived from the Middle English word "wheel," meaning wheel, originally given to someone who worked with wheels such as a wheelwright or cooper.
WHEELER
FemaleThe name Wheeler has English origins, signifying "wheel maker" or "cartwright," derived from an occupational surname for those who made wheels for carts or carriages in the Middle Ages.
WHELAN
MaleWhelan: An Irish surname of Gaelic origin meaning "descendant of the brilliant or fair-haired one".
WHELEN
MaleRare but distinct Irish origin name derived from Ó Faeláin, meaning "descendant of little wolf," symbolizing strength and courage.
WHENDY
FemaleDistinctive and unique name of unknown origin, possibly a variant spelling of Wendy popularized by J.M. Barrie's character Wendy Darling in "Peter Pan".
WHILMA
FemaleUnique Scandinavian name derived from the Old Norse word 'hildr', meaning 'battle' or 'war'.
WHISKEY
FemaleIrish name derived from 'uisce beatha,' meaning 'water of life', reflecting its historic association with Irish culture and craftsmanship.
WHISKEY
MaleDistinctive name with Irish roots, meaning "water of life" and originally associated with the traditional alcoholic beverage made from fermented grain mash.
WHISPER
FemaleEnglish given name derived from the verb 'whisper', conveying softness and mystery.
WHIT
MaleEnglish name derived from the Old English word "hwit," meaning "white." It was traditionally used as a nickname for people with fair hair or complexion, and can also be a short form of Whitney or Whitfield. Popular in the Middle Ages and Victorian era, it's now unisex but remains uncommon today.
WHITAKER
MaleRare English surname with a rich history, derived from 'whit', meaning white or fair-haired, combined with '-aker', denoting association.
WHITAKER
FemaleWhitaker, of English origin, means "wide spear" and has evolved from being primarily a surname to a unique given name in American culture.
WHITE
MaleEnglish origin, derived from the Middle English word 'white', meaning light in color or bright. It was historically used as both a surname and given name among Anglo-Saxon settlers in England during the 5th century.
WHITELAW
MaleDistinctive Scottish name derived from 'Whitelees,' combining 'white' and 'meadow.'
WHITENY
FemaleWhitney is an English female given name meaning "from the white meadow" or "white island".
WHITFIELD
MaleUnique English male given name derived from Old English elements "hwit" (white) and "feld" (field), meaning "white field".
WHITFORD
MaleEnglish name derived from Old English words 'hwic' meaning 'wych elm' and 'ford' signifying a river crossing. It originally referred to locations with wych elms near fords, later evolving into both given names and surnames.
WHITLEE
MaleUnique American name created by actress and author Whitney Dismukes for her character in the TV series "Passions.
WHITLEE
FemaleRare English female name derived from Whiteley, an occupational surname for wool fullers, meaning "white meadow.