Whit
Whit is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
White, fair, or witty.
Origin and history
Whit originated as an Old English topographic or descriptive name meaning 'white' or 'fair'. It often functions as a short form for longer names like Whitman or Whittier, or as an independent given name. Though historically uncommon in the U.S., it has seen a mild increase in usage in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
1,287 babies in the United States have been named Whit since 1880. It ranks #3417 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1577.
States where it is most popular
- KS (27.4 %)
- GA (21.9 %)
- TX (21.2 %)
- MO (8.2 %)
- SC (4.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 39 |
| 1890-1900 | 23 |
| 1900-1910 | 35 |
| 1910-1920 | 77 |
| 1920-1930 | 99 |
| 1930-1940 | 46 |
| 1940-1950 | 55 |
| 1950-1960 | 81 |
| 1960-1970 | 63 |
| 1970-1980 | 52 |
| 1980-1990 | 36 |
| 1990-2000 | 14 |
| 2000-2010 | 89 |
| 2010-2019 | 228 |
| 2020-2029 | 350 |
Famous people named Whit
- Whit Stillman: Director, Screenwriter
- Whit Hertford: Actor, Writer
Fun facts
- Derived from the Old English word 'hwīt', meaning white, light, or fair-complexioned.
- Historically used as a familiar form for longer English names like Whitman, Whittier, or Whitney.