Female and male names most popular from last year starting with the letter "W" - page 11.
Wai
Hawaiian name meaning "water," reflecting ancient Hawaiian beliefs in its healing power and life-giving importance.
Waid
Arabic given name meaning "good fortune" or "blessing".
Waide
Rare American name of unknown explicit meaning but possibly derived from the English surname Wade, which means "to go across" or "to ford.
Wain
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.
Waine
Unique Scottish name derived from the Gaelic surname "MacFhainne," meaning "son of Fhainn," which translates to "fair-haired" or "white.
Waino
Rare Finnish boy's name derived from 'väinö', meaning 'protector' or 'guardian'.
Wainwright
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.
Wais
Uncommon Arabic masculine name derived from 'wasi', meaning 'vast or spacious'.
Waite
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.
Waitman
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.
Waitus
Ugandan name of Luganda origin with an unclear meaning but potentially inspired by similar-sounding words in the language.
Waive
Rare French origin name meaning 'wave' or 'movement', chosen for its uniqueness without historical attachment.
Waiz
Arabic name derived from 'wa'iz', meaning 'preacher'. It's often given to boys expected to grow into wise, knowledgeable individuals.
Wajd
Arabic name meaning 'feeling' or 'emotion', derived from 'wajada' which means to feel or perceive.
Wakana
Japanese female given name derived from 'wakana', meaning young rice plant, signifying growth and prosperity.
Wakeel
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.
Wakeelah
African-derived Swahili name meaning 'to make happy' or 'bring joy', symbolizing positivity and being unisex.
Wakeem
Rare male given name of African origin, derived from Swahili, meaning 'to wake up'.
Wakeen
Yoruba-derived name meaning "mountain", symbolizing strength and resilience.
Wakefield
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.
Wakeisha
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".
Wakely
Rare English given name derived from 'waecel', meaning 'wave'.
Wakenda
Unique and captivating Shona name from Zimbabwe, meaning 'strength'.
Waker
Rare, mysterious name of unknown origin and uncertain meaning.
Wakesha
Unique African American girls' name derived from Swahili "wake", meaning "to wake up" or "awakening".
Wakia
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.
Wakil
Arabic male name meaning "deputy" or "representative," often associated with prominent historical figures in Islam and pronounced as "wa-KEEL.
Wakina
Wakina, of African origin from Nigeria's Yoruba people, means "arrival" or "welcome," signifying joy and celebration in life's new beginnings.
Wakisha
Igbo name from Nigeria meaning 'found thing' or 'discovery'.
Wakita
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.
Wakiyan
Lakota name meaning 'friend' or 'companion', traditionally given to boys by the Sioux tribes to embody unity and loyalty.
Wala
African feminine name of Yoruba origin, Nigeria, meaning "we have found", symbolizing joy and gratitude.
Walaa
Arabic given name derived from "walaa", meaning "more" or "increase". It signifies growth and prosperity, often associated with good fortune in Muslim communities.
Walace
Portuguese-origin name meaning "ruler" or "leader", tied to the Latin word "valere" for strength and health.
Walbert
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.
Walberto
Rare Spanish name derived from Germanic Walther, meaning "little ruler of the army", popular among medieval nobility before becoming naturalized in Spain.
Walburga
Unique Germanic given name meaning 'foreign fortress', popularized by Saint Walburga during the Middle Ages.
Walcie
Rare Polish boy's name derived from Wacław, meaning "prosperous" or "happy".
Walda
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.
Waldean
Rare German origin unisex name derived from 'wald' (forest) and 'heim' (home), signifying "forest home".