Wyatt
Wyatt is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Brave in war, little warrior.
Origin and history
Wyatt originates from an Old English surname derived from the medieval given name Wyot, a diminutive of Wygant. It historically means 'brave in war' or 'little warrior'. In the United States, Wyatt has transitioned from a traditional western surname-name to a top-50 popular choice for boys in recent decades.
Popularity in the United States
208,452 babies in the United States have been named Wyatt since 1880. It ranks #178 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #36.
States where it is most popular
- CA (9 %)
- TX (7.5 %)
- OH (4.7 %)
- FL (4.5 %)
- PA (4.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 123 |
| 1890-1900 | 127 |
| 1900-1910 | 114 |
| 1910-1920 | 434 |
| 1920-1930 | 515 |
| 1930-1940 | 377 |
| 1940-1950 | 472 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,254 |
| 1960-1970 | 765 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,626 |
| 1980-1990 | 2,803 |
| 1990-2000 | 17,936 |
| 2000-2010 | 51,347 |
| 2010-2019 | 87,745 |
| 2020-2029 | 42,814 |
Famous people named Wyatt
- Wyatt Earp: Lawman, Gambler
- Wyatt Russell: Actor, Ice Hockey Player
- Wyatt Oleff: Actor
Fun facts
- It derives from the Medieval English personal name Wyot, which traces back to the Old English element wig, meaning war.
- American frontier lawman Wyatt Earp immortalized the name in western lore and popular culture.
- While historically steady, Wyatt rose sharply in U.S. popularity starting in the late 1990s and entered the top 50.