Male names.

WHIT

Masculine

English 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

Masculine

Rare English surname with a rich history, derived from 'whit', meaning white or fair-haired, combined with '-aker', denoting association.

WHITE

Masculine

English 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

Masculine

Distinctive Scottish name derived from 'Whitelees,' combining 'white' and 'meadow.'

WHITFIELD

Masculine

Unique English male given name derived from Old English elements "hwit" (white) and "feld" (field), meaning "white field".

WHITFORD

Masculine

English 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

Masculine

Unique American name created by actress and author Whitney Dismukes for her character in the TV series "Passions.

WHITLEY

Masculine

Captivating English name of Old English origin, derived from "hwyta" meaning white, first used as a medieval surname for individuals associated with white houses or clothing. It gained popularity during the Victorian era and has been carried by notable figures like Whitley Gilbert II from "A Different World".

WHITMAN

Masculine

American given name derived from an English occupational surname for fullers, those who cleaned cloth using white clay. It gained fame through poet Walt Whitman and retains a distinctive, historic appeal.

WHITMORE

Masculine

English surname derived from 'hwit' (white) and 'mor' (boundary or hill), translating to 'white boundary or hill'.

WHITNEY

Masculine

Rare feminine given name created by F. Scott Fitzgerald for his 1920 novel "The Beautiful and Damned." It does not have a specific meaning or derivation from an existing name.

WHITSON

Masculine

Rare, American-origin first name created by author Thomas Wolfe for his 1929 novel "Look Homeward, Angel." It lacks traditional meaning but has gained popularity in the United States as both a boy's and girl's name.

WHITT

Masculine

Unusual English name derived from 'whit', meaning white, originally given to those with fair hair or complexion in medieval times.

WHITTAKER

Masculine

English surname derived from "whittekare" or "whittekhere," meaning "white maker" or "white spear-maker." It likely referred to someone who worked with white materials or carried a white-colored spear.

WHITTEN

Masculine

Rare male name of English origin with uncertain meanings, possibly linked to "willow tree" or "white boundary".

WHITTNEY

Masculine

Uncommon yet striking given name derived from the English surname Whitney, meaning 'from the peninsula' or 'settlement'.

WHITTON

Masculine

Uncommon English given name derived from the Old English word 'hwicce', meaning 'white'. It's associated with various locations called Whitton in England.

WHYATT

Masculine

Uncommon yet appealing English baby boy's name created by combining Wyatt and Watson, with no direct meaning but offering uniqueness while maintaining ease of pronunciation and spelling.

WIALLIAM

Masculine

The name William is of Germanic origin, derived from 'wil' meaning 'will' or 'desire', and 'helm' signifying 'helmet' or 'protection'. It entered the English language via Old Norse Vilhjalmr and Anglo-Saxon Wilhhelm.

WIATT

Masculine

English occupational name derived from 'Wheat', given to millers or bakers who worked with wheat. Its meaning, "made from wheat" or "worker with wheat", reflects its agricultural origins and timelessness.

WICK

Masculine

Rare yet captivating given name of uncertain Scottish or Irish origin, with possible meanings including "bay" or "village." It evokes qualities like independence and uniqueness, and has a notable connection to royalty in Scotland. Popular culture, such as the action thriller series "John Wick," has helped popularize this intriguing name despite its unclear etymology.

WICKHAM

Masculine

Wickham: An English surname originally derived from 'wic', meaning 'village'.

WIDLEY

Masculine

American first name originating in the early to mid-20th century. It's derived from the English surname Widley, which is a variant of Withers or Whitely. The name suggests independence and individuality due to its rarity. Composed of two syllables, 'Wi' and 'dly', it has a rhythmic flow and a soft ending, making it pleasant to say and hear. Despite limited popularity, Widley remains an uncommon yet appealing choice for parents seeking a distinctive name.

WIGBERTO

Masculine

Germanic name derived from "wig" (war/battle) and "beroht" (bright/famous), translating to "famous warrior".

WIILIAM

Masculine

William: Germanic origin meaning 'resolute protection', popularized by William the Conqueror.

WIKTOR

Masculine

Polish male name derived from the Slavic word 'wiec', meaning 'peace'.

WIL

Masculine

German name meaning 'will' or 'desire' combined with 'helmet'.

WILARD

Masculine

Rare English given name derived from Old English words 'wil' meaning will or desire and 'hard' meaning strong or brave. It translates to someone powerful in their desires or aspirations. Historically significant, it was used by notable figures like 12th-century Bishop Wilard of Groby.

WILBER

Masculine

Uncommon English male given name derived from the Old English "wilbur", meaning "bright-fame" or "illustrious".

WILBERN

Masculine

Rare Germanic boys' name meaning "strong-willed bear".

WILBERT

Masculine

Wilbert is of Germanic origin, meaning "resolute fame" or "strong bright one," derived from Old German words "wil" ("will" or "desire") and "berht" ("bright" or "famous").

WILBERTH

Masculine

German-origin male name meaning "strong will or bright fame".

WILBERTO

Masculine

Rare Latin American name variant of Gilberto, meaning 'bright' or 'shining'.

WILBON

Masculine

Distinctive given name of African origin, derived from the Senegalese tribe name "Wolof," whose people are renowned for their rich culture and traditions. While its meaning remains unclear due to rarity, it likely holds significant symbolic value within Wolof history or society.

WILBOR

Masculine

Uncommon English name believed to derive from the Old German Wilbur, meaning 'resolute famous'.

WILBORN

Masculine

Rare English name whose origin and meaning are uncertain but believed to mean 'strong will' or 'determination'.

WILBOURN

Masculine

Rare English name derived from 'wilbur', meaning 'bright-fame'. Popularized in 19th-century America among French Huguenot settlers, it evokes ambition and success despite its scarcity.

WILBUR

Masculine

Historic English male name derived from 'wilburch,' meaning 'spear bright.'

WILBURN

Masculine

Rare English name derived from Old English "wil" (will) and "burh" (stronghold), signifying "strength of will.

WILBURNE

Masculine

Rare English given name derived from "wilburr," meaning "resolute power.