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

Captivating Arabic male name meaning 'to return' or 'come back', reflecting inner peace and reunion with one's creator in Islamic tradition.

Arabic name derived from 'wahid,' meaning 'one' or 'unique.'

Arabic origin name meaning 'unique' or 'one of its kind'.

Arabic-Persian name meaning 'unique' (Arabic) or 'united' (Persian), signifying singularity or unity respectively. It was also the title of the first Islamic caliph, adding historical significance to this uncommon yet captivating name.

Rare Creek Native American given name meaning "the white one".

Distinctive African-American given name created by Langston Hughes; its exact meaning is unclear but it may derive from 'spirit' in Yoruba culture combined with 'goal' or 'aim' in Greek, potentially signifying 'spirit with a goal'.

Unique Native American name of Cherokee origin, translating to 'toward the south' or 'southward', reflecting the tribe's deep connection with nature.

Arabic name meaning "delightful girl," composed of "wahn" (delight) and "nita" (girl).

Hawaiian name meaning "water," reflecting ancient Hawaiian beliefs in its healing power and life-giving importance.

Hawaiian given name and surname derived from the word "wai," meaning water or sea, signifying the importance and healing powers of this natural element in Hawaiian culture.

Arabic given name meaning "good fortune" or "blessing".

Rare American name of unknown explicit meaning but possibly derived from the English surname Wade, which means "to go across" or "to ford.

Unique Hawaiian given name derived from "wai," meaning water, carrying ancient cultural significance of life and purification.

Unique Hawaiian unisex name derived from 'wai', meaning water or sea, symbolizing fluidity and adaptability, with historical ties to legendary chief Wailua's wise daughter Wailana.

Uncommon, distinct name of African origin derived from Wa'il, an Arabic name meaning "returning to God.

Unique Hawaiian name meaning 'calm' or 'tranquil', combining 'wai' (water) and 'lynn' (calmness).

Rare male name of Welsh origin, derived from the ancient word 'gwain', meaning 'white' or 'fair'. It was traditionally used to describe someone with a pale complexion or blonde hair.

Unique Scottish name derived from the Gaelic surname "MacFhainne," meaning "son of Fhainn," which translates to "fair-haired" or "white.

Rare Finnish boy's name derived from 'väinö', meaning 'protector' or 'guardian'.

English surname derived from the Old Norse personal name 'Wæin', meaning 'wine' or 'alcohol'. It likely denoted someone involved in winemaking or associated with wine, as '-right' signifies 'wright', a worker.

Uncommon Arabic masculine name derived from 'wasi', meaning 'vast or spacious'.

Unique English given name with various theories about its origin and meaning, including possible derivations from the Middle English word "wait" or the Old English word "wæte." Its true etymology remains uncertain, adding to its allure as an uncommon yet captivating name choice.

Rare English male given name with roots tracing back to medieval times. Derived from 'wait', meaning servant or attendant in high-status households, its meaning reflects its occupational origin.

Ugandan name of Luganda origin with an unclear meaning but potentially inspired by similar-sounding words in the language.

Rare French origin name meaning 'wave' or 'movement', chosen for its uniqueness without historical attachment.

Arabic name derived from 'wa'iz', meaning 'preacher'. It's often given to boys expected to grow into wise, knowledgeable individuals.

Arabic name meaning 'feeling' or 'emotion', derived from 'wajada' which means to feel or perceive.

Arabic given name meaning 'the one with the beautiful face', derived from 'wajaha'.

Unique Arabic name meaning "noble" or "elevated," with a rich history dating back to ancient Arabia where it was originally used as a title of nobility. Now widely used across the Middle East and North Africa, Wajiha has been carried by notable figures like Iraqi poet Wajiha Al-Yazidi. Though rare outside the Arab world, those named Wajiha are often admired for their elegance and sophistication.

Japanese female given name derived from 'wakana', meaning young rice plant, signifying growth and prosperity.

Uncommon English name derived from the Old English word "wacu", meaning "to be awake".

Ancient Arabic male name meaning 'interpreter' or 'mediator', reflecting someone who facilitates communication between different parties. It has been used for centuries in regions influenced by Arabic culture and is now gaining global recognition due to its unique sound and profound meaning.

African-derived Swahili name meaning 'to make happy' or 'bring joy', symbolizing positivity and being unisex.

Rare male given name of African origin, derived from Swahili, meaning 'to wake up'.

Yoruba-derived name meaning "mountain", symbolizing strength and resilience.

Wakefield, an English surname turned popular boys' given name in recent years, originates from Old English words "wacu" meaning awake/watchful and "feld" meaning field. It once denoted one living near a watchtower in a field before evolving into a modern alternative to traditional names like William or Henry.

Unique female name of African origin, derived from the Swahili 'wake' meaning "to come together" and the English 'isha', meaning "Jesus", conveying the idea of "Jesus brings us together".

Rare English given name derived from 'waecel', meaning 'wave'.

Uncommon English given name, believed to mean 'vigilant watcher in woodland' based on Old English roots, though this interpretation isn't definitively proven.

Unique and captivating Shona name from Zimbabwe, meaning 'strength'.