Female and male names most popular from last year starting with the letter "W" - page 15.
Warnetta
Unique African American given name with an unclear origin and meaning, but it has been used since the mid-20th century, primarily in African American communities.
Warnie
Unique English given name derived from the surname Warner, meaning "watcher" or "guardian".
Warran
Warren is an English name derived from Old English 'wefern', meaning 'guardian' or 'protector'. It originally served as a surname given to someone living near hunting grounds.
Warrene
Warren is an historic English given name derived from Old English words meaning "spear" or "preserve," first used as a personal name in the 13th century.
Warrenetta
Uncommon American feminine name derived from the Middle English occupational surname Warren, meaning 'keeper of a game enclosure'.
Warrine
Rare, French-origin given name, originally an occupational surname for glove makers, though its exact meaning varies by source.
Warsame
Unique Somali name derived from 'Warasmah', signifying wisdom, courage, and resilience, with notable historical figures like Warsame Ali Guled embodying its legacy.
Warwick
Uncommon English given name derived from Old English words 'weor' (man) and 'wic' (settlement), translating to "settlement of men".
Wasay
African Yoruba name meaning "He has made me happy" or "I am happy", typically pronounced as "WAH-sigh".
Wasco
Native American name from the Chinook tribe, derived from their trading language Wawa or Chinook Jargon.
Wash
African name of Mandinka origin, meaning 'happy', derived from the word 'wasi'.
Wasi
Unisex name of African origin, specifically from the Yoruba tribe of Nigeria. It means "he has arrived" or "one who has reached a destination", often given to children born after a long wait or to celebrate significant milestones in life. In Yoruba culture, names are believed to influence personality and destiny, with Wasi signifying patience, perseverance, achievement, arrival, and completion. Historically popular among the Yoruba people, it continues to be beloved in Nigeria and among the African diaspora worldwide.
Wasil
Wasil is of Slavic origin, derived from Vasilij, meaning 'king' or 'of royal descent'.
Wasseem
Arabic name meaning 'handsome' or 'beautiful', popularized during the Islamic Golden Age and widely used in Muslim communities for its positive attributes.
Wassil
Bulgarian name of Slavic origin, meaning "king," historically associated with royalty but now used for both boys and girls worldwide.
Wassillie
Distinctive name of Yupik origin, carrying cultural significance despite its elusive English meaning.
Wasyl
Ukrainian origin name meaning 'more powerful', derived from Slavic roots and popularized by Scandinavian settlers.
Wataru
Traditional Japanese given name for both males and females, with varying interpretations such as "circumvent" or "across," originating from ancient kanji characters and popularized during the Edo period.
Watasha
African name of Swahili origin that means "to fight" or "to struggle," symbolizing strength and resilience.
Watha
Distinctive name of Cherokee origin, meaning 'bear' and symbolizing strength and wisdom.
Wathena
Native American feminine name derived from the Winnebago word 'Watha', meaning 'first light' or 'dawn'. It signifies hope, new beginnings, strength, and resilience.
Watie
Distinctive Native American name derived from the Cherokee word "wa'ati," meaning "small deer.
Watisha
Captivating female name of African American origin, derived from the Swahili word "watishi," meaning wisdom. Popularized by Alice Walker's novel "The Color Purple," Watisha symbolizes strength and intelligence.
Watkins
English surname of Welsh origin, derived from 'Watt' meaning 'small', introduced during the Norman Conquest in 1066. It has been passed down through generations and was popular among Welsh families migrating to England during the medieval period.
Watler
Walter: Traditional English given name of Germanic origin, derived from 'Walthari', meaning 'rule' (wald) and 'army' (heri), thus interpreted as 'ruler of the army'. Popular among English nobility historically, with notable bearer Walter Scott, a Scottish novelist and poet. Offers versatile nicknames like Walt, Wally, Waldo, and remains popular today, ranking among top 1000 boy names in several English-speaking countries.
Watson
English surname derived from 'wattes,' meaning "from the settlement of Watt," or less commonly, from Welsh 'Ap Huw.'
Watsyn
Rare Welsh name derived from Gwasgyn, meaning 'servant'. It was popular among medieval Welsh nobility and migrated to England in the 13th century.
Watt
Rare yet memorable English name derived from the Welsh 'Watkins', meaning 'little kin'.
Wattie
Distinctive Scottish given name derived from the surname Watters or Waterston, translating to "settlement by the water.
Waukesha
Rare yet significant Native American name derived from Potawatomi 'Waukonsha', meaning 'little water'.
Wauline
Rare French given name derived from 'avalhin', an Occitan word meaning 'little wave'.
Waunda
Wanda is a female name of Polish origin that means 'wayfarer' or 'traveler'.
Waunell
Rare Welsh given name derived from 'gwylan', meaning seagull, popularized during the Victorian era.
Wauneta
Distinctive American girls' name coined by Zane Grey in his novel "The Driftin' Cowboy." Its meaning, derived from Native American or Welsh-English elements, is 'white/light' or 'Gwen-Eva,' respectively. Despite its rarity today, it gained popularity mid-20th century and was famously held by golfer Wauneta Greene.
Waunetta
Rare American female name derived from the Welsh male name Huw, meaning 'hawk'.
Waunita
American name created by Zane Grey for his 1915 novel "The Rainbow Trail," with no specific meaning but recognized in some parts of the U.S.
Wava
Unique Hebrew name meaning 'unity' or 'connection', historically used among ancient Jews, though rare today.
Wavalene
Unique female name of African origin meaning 'one who brings light'.
Wave
Modern girl's name of recent origin, created as an alternative spelling of Wavelette, derived from the French word 'vague' meaning wave. It has gained popularity due to its appealing sound and association with water-related themes like fluidity and adaptability. Despite being new, it lacks historical figures or notable people named Wave, making it a completely original choice for parents seeking uncommon yet meaningful names. Its aquatic inspiration may appeal to those interested in marine life or water activities, while its phonetics lend themselves well to various nicknames such as Ava or Waive. Overall, Wave is a creative and modern name that evokes imagery of movement, grace, and harmony with nature.
Wavel
Czech boy's name derived from the word "vável" meaning 'to wave', historically significant and associated with notable figures like Duke Wavel II of Bohemia and Prague Castle.