Wyatt
English boy's name meaning “brave in war”
- Gender
- Boy
- Origin
- English
- Meaning
- brave in war
- Syllables
- 1
- Letters
- 5
- US rank (2023)
- #47
- Born in 2023
- 6,269
Meaning & origin
Wyatt is a surname from the medieval given name Wyot, from Old English elements meaning 'war' and 'brave'. It is a staple of the American West.
Popularity
In the latest US data, Wyatt ranked #47 for boys. It has held remarkably steady over the past decade — a dependable classic.
In 2023, 6,269 US boys were given the name Wyatt.
US popularity rank over time
Peaked at #27 in 2018
“Unranked” means Wyatt was outside the US top 1,000 that year.
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Wyatt: frequently asked questions
What does the name Wyatt mean?
Wyatt is a English name meaning "brave in war". Wyatt is a surname from the medieval given name Wyot, from Old English elements meaning 'war' and 'brave'. It is a staple of the American West.
Where does the name Wyatt come from?
Wyatt is of English origin. Wyatt is a surname from the medieval given name Wyot, from Old English elements meaning 'war' and 'brave'. It is a staple of the American West.
Is Wyatt a boy or a girl name?
Wyatt is most commonly a boy's name.
How many babies are named Wyatt?
In 2023, 6,269 US boys were given the name Wyatt.
Is Wyatt a popular name, and is it rising or falling?
In the latest US data, Wyatt ranked #47 for boys. It has held remarkably steady over the past decade — a dependable classic.