All about the name

Wc

Male

« The name WC of British origin refers to Water Closet, serving as a polite term for toilet. »

#43190 since 1900

Meaning, origin, history

The name WC is of British origin and it stands for Water Closet. It was used in the past as a euphemism for toilet or bathroom. The term "water closet" originated in the late 19th century, when indoor plumbing became more common and people wanted a polite way to refer to these facilities. However, today WC is simply an abbreviation for toilet and is widely recognized throughout the English-speaking world. It has no historical figures associated with it and there are no specific festivals or celebrations dedicated to this name.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Wc since 1880

Total births
5
Total since 1880
Peak year
1917
5 births
in 1917
5
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
0%
vs previous 5 years