Female and male names most popular over the last 10 years - page 2834.
Waynesha
Modern African American name coined during the late 20th century, with no explicit meaning but often interpreted as "woman from the wide meadow" or "life in the wide meadow", blending English and Hebrew influences. It gained popularity among African American communities during the 1970s and 1980s.
Wayneshia
African American feminine name created from combining Wayne ('champion') and Ishaa ('woman'), reflecting strength and uniqueness.
Waynetta
Distinctive American feminine name created by adding "-etta" to Wayne, derived from the Scottish surname Wainwright, meaning "wine maker".
Waynette
Rare American female given name created by author Edna Ferber in her novel "The Girls," with an uncertain meaning but interpreted as 'like Wayne' or 'little Wayne.'
Waynisha
Captivating African name of Yoruba origin from Nigeria and Benin, derived from "Iyanisha," meaning "God answers.
Waynne
Welsh name derived from Gwaun, meaning 'white' or 'fair', brought to England during the Middle Ages but still recognized in its original form today.
Wc
The name WC of British origin refers to Water Closet, serving as a polite term for toilet.
Wealtha
Originating from Old English 'wealth', meaning prosperity or abundance, Wealtha is a distinctive yet uncommon female name of English origin.
Wealthy
English given name derived from the Old English word 'wealþ', meaning wealth or property. It originated as a surname but has gained popularity as a first name in recent years.
Weda
Unique Sanskrit-derived name meaning 'knowledge,' popularized by ancient Indian scholars seeking wisdom for their daughters.
Weeda
Unique, invented name of uncertain origin and meaning.
Weena
Distinctive Scottish Gaelic name meaning 'life', historically used as a title for Highland chieftains and popularized by H.G. Wells' novel "The Time Machine".
Wei
The name Wei, originating from ancient China, means 'encounter' or 'meeting', symbolizing interconnectedness.
Weida
Rare yet significant Chinese given name derived from the surname "威达" (wēi dá), meaning 'powerful reach'.
Weikko
Finnish name of Swedish origin, derived from Viktor meaning 'victory'.
Weir
The Scottish name Weir originates from the Gaelic word 'uamh', meaning 'cave', and is associated with strength and resilience.
Welbert
Rare German-origin name derived from 'walh' meaning foreign/stranger, and 'berht' meaning bright/famous, popularized during the Middle Ages but now uncommon.
Welborn
Uncommon English given name derived from Old English elements, meaning "desiring a stream" or "having a will for a stream.
Welburn
The name Welburn originates from Old English and Old Norse elements, meaning 'slain' or 'dead' combined with 'to burn'. It's believed to derive from a location near a burned stream or spring, or as an ornamental name translating to 'wild stream'.
Welby
English given name derived from Old English 'Wælbeorth', meaning 'bright in battle'.
Welch
Distinctive given name of Welsh origin, signifying 'strength' or 'mighty', derived from the Welsh word 'gwell'. Traditionally used as a masculine name in Wales, Welch has been associated with powerful warriors and Welsh nobility throughout history.
Welcome
Uncommon English name meaning 'to warmly receive or greet,' originating from Middle Ages England as a nickname for hospitable individuals.
Welcome
Welcome: An African-origin name derived from 'welcome', meaning hospitality; popularized among African American communities in the late 20th century.
Welda
Unique Scandinavian female name derived from "veldr", meaning "to rule".
Weldon
English male given name derived from the Old English word "wæld", meaning "powerful". It was originally a surname before evolving into a given name. Despite its historical significance, there are no widely known legends associated with the name. Weldon peaked in popularity during the 1930s and 1940s but has since become less widespread, making it a unique choice today.
Welford
Uncommon English given name derived from Old English words "wulf" (wolf) and "ford" (river crossing), conveying the meaning "river crossing where wolves live".
Wellman
Distinct English given name derived from Old English words 'wel' (well or happily) and 'mann' (man), signifying 'happy man'.
Welma
Rare German name derived from "wilmar," meaning "resolute protection.
Welmer
German name meaning 'strong as a wolf', tracing back to medieval times and popular among early Germanic tribes.
Welsey
Rare English name derived from Old English names Weohstan or Wihtestan, possibly meaning "powerful stone" or "famous stone".
Weltha
Uncommon yet captivating female name of Old English origin, meaning "wealth" or "prosperity," popularized during the Anglo-Saxon period by Queen Wealththeow from the epic poem "Beowulf.
Welty
Rare yet intriguing English given name derived from Old English 'wæl', meaning 'stranger' or 'foreigner'. It may also stem from the Norman surname Wheatley, associated with those living near wheat fields. Though historically uncommon and lacking notable historical figures, Welty has been used throughout history, predominantly in southern U.S. states. Today, it is closely linked to American author Eudora Welty, winner of the 1973 Pulitzer Prize for Fiction.
Wen
Chinese origin, signifies 'culture' or 'refinement,' often associated with educated and sophisticated individuals throughout history.
Wencel
Rare, Slavic origin name derived from Václav, meaning "prosperous glory" or "healthy fame.
Wenceslaus
Old Germanic name derived from "wini" meaning 'friend' and "halja" signifying 'power or rule', translating to 'strong in friendship'.
Wencil
Rare Slavic name meaning 'circle' or 'ring', associated with the fertility god Wienc.
Wenda
Distinctive female given name of Celtic origin, meaning "white" or "fair", and associated with the legendary goddess Gwenhwyfar in Arthurian mythology.
Wendal
Rare Germanic male given name derived from "wind" and "battle", meaning "powerful in battle".
Wendall
English male given name derived from Old English elements 'wende' meaning "way" or "course", and 'hal' meaning "hale" or "healthy". Thus, Wendall signifies "healthy journey".
Wendalyn
English feminine name derived from 'Wenda' (white/fair) and 'lyn' (lake), translating to 'white lake'. It was popular in medieval England and Wales due to its association with fairness of complexion or water bodies. Today, Wendalyn remains a rare yet meaningful choice for parents seeking a distinctive name for their daughter.