Dewitt
Dewitt is a boy's name of Dutch origin.
Meaning
The white one, fair-complexioned, or light-haired.
Origin and history
Dewitt is a masculine given name derived from a Dutch surname meaning 'the white' or 'fair-complexioned'. It rose to prominence in the United States during the nineteenth century, largely inspired by notable figures such as New York Governor DeWitt Clinton. Today, it remains a rare vintage choice with classic American appeal.
Popularity in the United States
7,216 babies in the United States have been named Dewitt since 1880. It ranks #1422 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1894.
States where it is most popular
- MS (18.3 %)
- NC (11.2 %)
- GA (10.3 %)
- NY (9.7 %)
- TX (9.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 263 |
| 1890-1900 | 351 |
| 1900-1910 | 309 |
| 1910-1920 | 1,035 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,402 |
| 1930-1940 | 941 |
| 1940-1950 | 844 |
| 1950-1960 | 721 |
| 1960-1970 | 474 |
| 1970-1980 | 285 |
| 1980-1990 | 235 |
| 1990-2000 | 150 |
| 2000-2010 | 102 |
| 2010-2019 | 71 |
| 2020-2029 | 33 |
Famous people named Dewitt
- Dewitt Jennings: Actor
- DeWitt Clinton: Politician, Governor
Nicknames
Witt, Dee
Fun facts
- The name's popularity in the nineteenth-century U.S. was heavily influenced by New York Governor DeWitt Clinton, a key driving force behind the Erie Canal.
- It derives directly from the Dutch phrase 'de wit', which translates literally to 'the white'.