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

Rare, mysterious name of unknown origin and uncertain meaning.

Unique African American girls' name derived from Swahili "wake", meaning "to wake up" or "awakening".

Unusual African name from Kenya's and Tanzania's Maasai people, derived from 'waki', meaning 'rain'. It signifies rain and is associated with strength and resilience.

Arabic male name meaning "deputy" or "representative," often associated with prominent historical figures in Islam and pronounced as "wa-KEEL.

Wakina, of African origin from Nigeria's Yoruba people, means "arrival" or "welcome," signifying joy and celebration in life's new beginnings.

Rare Lakota male given name meaning "thunder being", representing the powerful thunder deity in Sioux mythology.

Igbo name from Nigeria meaning 'found thing' or 'discovery'.

Japanese given name of uncertain origin and meaning, believed to have originated as a surname, with modern usage often associating it with qualities like strength and courage despite its unclear historical significance.

Lakota name meaning 'friend' or 'companion', traditionally given to boys by the Sioux tribes to embody unity and loyalty.

African feminine name of Yoruba origin, Nigeria, meaning "we have found", symbolizing joy and gratitude.

Arabic given name derived from "walaa", meaning "more" or "increase". It signifies growth and prosperity, often associated with good fortune in Muslim communities.

Portuguese-origin name meaning "ruler" or "leader", tied to the Latin word "valere" for strength and health.

Rare Germanic male given name composed of 'Walthari' (power) and '-bert' (bright). It was first recorded in the 12th century, with notable bearers including Walbert of Luxembourg. Despite its historical significance, it remains uncommon today, with only five boys named Walbert in the US in 2019.

Rare Spanish name derived from Germanic Walther, meaning "little ruler of the army", popular among medieval nobility before becoming naturalized in Spain.

Unique Germanic given name meaning 'foreign fortress', popularized by Saint Walburga during the Middle Ages.

Rare Polish boy's name derived from Wacław, meaning "prosperous" or "happy".

Female Germanic name meaning 'power' or 'rule', associated with the goddess Walda and the Norns in Norse mythology. It has historical figures like Saint Walburga and remains unique yet powerful today.

German-origin unisex name meaning "powerful home" or "mighty domain," popularized as a given name in the late 19th century, often associated with strength and connection to roots.

Rare German origin unisex name derived from 'wald' (forest) and 'heim' (home), signifying "forest home".

Germanic name meaning "famous in battle," derived from the elements "wald" (forest) and "mar" (fame).

Distinctive German-origin given name derived from Old English 'wald', meaning 'wood' or 'forest', and also translating to 'from the valley' in German.

Rare, exotic name of unknown origin, possibly created from a combination of other names or words, and its meaning remains unclear.

Rare yet powerful Germanic name derived from "Waldhenne," meaning "ruler of the forest.

Rare yet elegant Germanic name derived from 'wald' (forest or rule) and 'hild' (battle), translating to "ruler in battle" or "powerful forest".

Historic German name meaning "ruler of the army" or "warrior ruler.

Germanic given name meaning 'ruler of the forest', originating from the Old German words 'wald' (forest) and 'rad' (rule or power). It was popular among Germanic peoples in medieval Europe and has been carried by notable figures like Peter Waldo, a French merchant known for his religious preaching. Today, Waldo remains a distinctive choice for boys' names with historical significance.

Distinctive male given name of Germanic origin, derived from Old German Waldhar or Walther, translating to "powerful leader" or "ruler of the forest.

English name derived from Old English words "weald" (wood) and "dun" (hill), meaning "wooded hill".

English name derived from Old English words "wealh" and "þrūn", translating to "stranger" and "throng". Originally used as a nickname for outsiders or newcomers, Waldron first appeared in the 13th century and has since evolved in spelling, becoming predominantly a surname today.

Rare German male name meaning 'powerful ruler of the forest'.

Arabic name meaning "child" or "new beginning," derived from the word "walad." It's been used historically across various regions and cultures, often associated with Islamic tradition.

Uncommon Arabic given name derived from 'wahid', meaning 'one', historically used as a title for unique individuals.

Distinctive African name from West Africa, meaning 'strong' or 'leader', reflecting the resilience and leadership roles of those enslaved in the Americas since the 18th century.

Arabic name meaning 'friend' or 'ally', often translated as 'the friend of God'. It's associated with prominent Muslim figures like Waleed ibn al-Mugheirah, a companion of the Prophet Muhammad.

Uncommon Hawaiian name, potentially meaning "calm sea" or "tranquil waters," popularized by renowned Hawaiian musician Israel Kamakawiwo'ole, known as Iz.

Walene, of Hebrew origin, means "to flow or stream" and is associated with compassion in biblical texts. It was also the name of King Solomon's wise daughter in Jewish tradition.

Uncommon, distinctive given name of Welsh origin, derived from the ancient Roman name for Wales, 'Guallia', and evolved over time.

African-derived female name meaning "queen" in the Zulu language, symbolizing strength and royalty from ancient African kingdoms.

Rare Latin-derived female given name that translates to "valley.

Uncommon English given name derived from Old English words 'wael' (foreign) and 'ford' (shallow water crossing), translating to "foreign river crossing".