Witten
Witten is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Witt's homestead or white farm/settlement.
Origin and history
Witten is an English surname turned given name, historically derived from a place name meaning 'Witt's homestead' or 'white settlement'. It has gained popularity in the United States as a modern, tailored choice for boys, influenced by surname-as-first-name trends. Its usage has increased steadily in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
1,013 babies in the United States have been named Witten since 1880. It ranks #3670 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1589.
States where it is most popular
- TX (80.7 %)
- TN (5.9 %)
- AR (3 %)
- MO (2.3 %)
- IL (1.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 40 |
| 2010-2019 | 635 |
| 2020-2029 | 338 |
Fun facts
- Derived from Old English elements denoting a specific location or farmstead.
- The name has seen an increase in usage in the United States primarily in the 21st century.