Wright
Wright is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Craftsman, worker, or maker of things.
Origin and history
Wright originated as an Old English occupational surname referring to a craftsman or builder. As a given name in the United States, it has traditionally been used as a transferred surname or family name. It remains a distinctive, relatively rare choice for boys.
Popularity in the United States
1,639 babies in the United States have been named Wright since 1880. It ranks #3127 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1786.
States where it is most popular
- TX (42.5 %)
- NC (23.3 %)
- GA (13.7 %)
- CA (6.8 %)
- NY (6.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 62 |
| 1890-1900 | 84 |
| 1900-1910 | 72 |
| 1910-1920 | 222 |
| 1920-1930 | 240 |
| 1930-1940 | 147 |
| 1940-1950 | 144 |
| 1950-1960 | 115 |
| 1960-1970 | 95 |
| 1970-1980 | 43 |
| 1980-1990 | 50 |
| 1990-2000 | 44 |
| 2000-2010 | 39 |
| 2010-2019 | 141 |
| 2020-2029 | 141 |
Fun facts
- The name comes from the Old English word 'wyrhta', meaning a worker or builder, seen in compound terms like playwright or cartwright.
- Giving Wright as a first name often reflects a family tradition of using maternal or ancestral surnames.