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

Unique female name of Latin origin, derived from "Valtina," meaning "strong" or "powerful." It is associated with the Roman goddess of strength and courage, and its historical significance has inspired parents throughout history to choose this distinctive name for their daughters.

English surname and given name of Germanic origin, derived from Old English words "weal" meaning "foreign" or "stranger," and "tun" meaning "enclosure" or "settlement," translating to "settlement of strangers.

English origin, originally meaning 'foreigners' or 'strangers', given to outsiders. Today, it's often associated with travel or exploration, though there's no evidence that bearers are more likely to be travelers than others.

Captivating African name from Kenya's Kikuyu ethnic group, derived from the Kikuyu word "wambui" meaning 'the one who brings light', often given to daughters to symbolize wisdom and intelligence.

Uncommon yet distinctive given name of African origin, specifically derived from the Yoruba name 'Omon', meaning 'to give joy'. It is predominantly used for males and is found among communities with historical ties to West Africa.

Unique Thai name meaning 'sky', symbolizing freedom and purity, and historically reserved for royal daughters.

Captivating Indonesian name derived from Lord Vishnu's avatar, Vamana, signifying compassion and wisdom.

African name of Fulani origin, meaning "life" or "to live", conveying prosperity and good fortune.

Unique female name of Native American origin meaning "first light" or "morning star", symbolizing guidance and hope.

Wanda, of Polish origin, means 'enchantment' or 'charm'.

Polish female name derived from 'Wandusz', meaning 'charming'.

African-origin name meaning 'she who travels widely', reflecting a spirit of adventure and exploration.

Exotic given name of uncertain origin, possibly a blend of Wanda and Lee or a variation of Australian name Wandella. Its meaning is unclear, allowing for various interpretations.

Rare African name of Bantu origin, possibly inspired by the Wandala people of Cameroon, though its exact meaning remains uncertain.

Nigerian origin from the Yoruba culture meaning "he has met his heart's desire.

African-origin given name derived from Wandale, meaning "child born on Wednesday.

Rare, distinctive given name with unknown origin and meaning, used in various countries but with no known connection to other names or cultural traditions.

Distinctive American given name coined by author Robert A. Heinlein, combining his wife's nickname 'Wan' with '-ell', and popularized through his 1958 novel.

German name derived from 'wandern', meaning 'to travel' or 'hike'. It was traditionally given to adventurous individuals and gained popularity in the U.S. during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Portuguese-derived name meaning "to wander" or "to roam," associated with adventure and exploration.

Portuguese-derived Brazilian given name meaning "traveling according to custom or tradition.

Uncommon African given name of Akan origin, predominantly found in Ghana, with a meaning often associated with strength or power.

Rare American given name, created as a blend of Wanda ('wanderer') and Candy ('sweet').

African name of Fulani origin, translating to "return" or "come back", signifying resilience and unity.

Unique female name of African origin, derived from Swahili and meaning 'peaceful and calm.'

Unique Hawaiian female name derived from "wai" (water) and "-eta" (small), translating to 'little water' or 'small stream'.

Rare Hawaiian female name derived from 'wai' (water) and 'nui' (great), signifying "great water". It embodies the significance of water in Hawaiian culture and represents strength and adaptability.

Uncommon female name of Yoruba origin, meaning "the child has arrived" or "a child has been born," celebrating life's newest beginnings.

Captivating female name of African origin, derived from Swahili and meaning 'beauty' or 'attractive', embodying grace and elegance.

Unique name of African origin, meaning "born during the day" or "of the day," celebrating brightness and clarity.

African name of Swahili origin, meaning "beauty" or "grace", reflecting the positive attributes desired by its parents.

Rare and beautiful name of Mohawk origin, meaning "Beautiful one who comes.

Rare American given name of Choctaw Native American origin, believed to mean "woman" in the Choctaw language.

African-derived given name meaning "people" in Swahili, popularized by American author Zora Neale Hurston's 1937 novel "Their Eyes Were Watching God," and symbolizing strength, independence, and unity.

Ancient Chinese surname derived from the state of Wang founded by Duke Wang, descendant of the Yellow Emperor. It means "king" or "monarch," reflecting its noble lineage. Despite not necessarily indicating imperial descent, it signifies ancient heritage and cultural roots. Notable figures like Wang Mang and Wang Xizhi have borne this surname throughout history, and today, it remains prominent among the Chinese diaspora worldwide.

African name of Congolese origin meaning 'strong' or 'powerful'.

Diminutive form of the Polish feminine given name Wanda, which means "happy," "joyous," or "blissful" in Old Slavic.

Captivating unisex name of Yoruba origin, meaning 'to wait' and 'arrive', symbolizing patience and anticipation.

Unique Swahili name meaning "one life".

Indonesian-origin female name derived from 'wanita', meaning 'woman'. Though its history is limited, it holds cultural significance within communities challenging traditional gender norms.