Wyman
Wyman is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
War protection, fighter, or defender.
Origin and history
Wyman is an English surname turned given name derived from an Old English personal name meaning 'war protection' or 'man of war'. Historically used as a masculine name in the United States, it enjoyed steady moderate usage in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Today, it is an uncommon classic name chosen for its traditional and surname-style quality.
Popularity in the United States
3,066 babies in the United States have been named Wyman since 1880. It ranks #2329 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1892.
States where it is most popular
- GA (37.6 %)
- SC (33.5 %)
- AL (14.1 %)
- MI (4.9 %)
- CA (1.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 5 |
| 1900-1910 | 40 |
| 1910-1920 | 255 |
| 1920-1930 | 479 |
| 1930-1940 | 404 |
| 1940-1950 | 443 |
| 1950-1960 | 463 |
| 1960-1970 | 313 |
| 1970-1980 | 221 |
| 1980-1990 | 135 |
| 1990-2000 | 116 |
| 2000-2010 | 84 |
| 2010-2019 | 73 |
| 2020-2029 | 35 |
Fun facts
- The name stems from the ancient Anglo-Saxon given name Wīgmund, combining elements meaning war and protection.
- Like many traditional English given names, Wyman became a patronymic surname before re-emerging as a first name.