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Smit

Male

« Smit is a Dutch name meaning 'smart' or 'clever', derived from the Middle Dutch word 'smet'. »

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Meaning, origin, history

Smit is a name of Dutch origin and it means "smart" or "clever". It is believed to have originated from the Middle Dutch word "smet", which meant "quick-witted" or "sharp-minded". The name Smit has been used historically in the Netherlands, particularly among families with Dutch heritage.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Smit since 1880

Total births
48
Total since 1880
Peak year
2000
8 births
in 2017
7
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
-100%
vs previous 5 years