343 Baby Boy Names That Start With Letter W

From William to Wyatt, these whimsical names will make you go WOW!

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• Feb 5, 2024

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Baby names keep going through trends. There was a time when stoic and simple names were popular, and now eccentric and unique names are ruling the roost. But one trend that never seems to fade is giving baby boys a name starting with the letter W.
W, equivalent to number five, is a letter of freedom, adventure, and self-expression. Your baby boy is likely to derive lots of energy from his initial, which he’ll use constructively. But too many changes at one time may scatter his energy, which can lead to lack of discipline and application. But that would be momentarily, and he won’t take long to bounce back.
However, W guys are very impulsive by nature, which can see them entering a situation only to discard it easily. They have a fear of being trapped in relationships. They even get restless if they’re made to work forcefully or under pressure of deadlines. They crave for a life with adventure and may create chaos themselves if they’re bored.
William, Wyatt, and Warren are some of the timeless names starting with this letter. But if you’re looking for something unique and extraordinary, take a look at MomJunction's long list of wonderful baby boy names starting with W.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Wraith	Unisex	A ghost or ghostlike image of someone, especially one seen shortly before or after their death
Wrangler	Unisex	Tough; Rugged; Adventurous
Wray	Unisex	Remote or isolated place; Nook; Corner
Wrenlee	Unisex	Unique; Whimsical; Nature-inspired
Wrenley	Unisex	Bird's meadow
Wrenly	Unisex	Small bird; Renowned ruler
Wrenn	Unisex	Small songbird
Wrenna	Unisex	Small; Chirping bird
Wrennyn	Unisex	Unique; Whimsical; Nature-inspired
Wright	Boy	The wagon maker

Wrigley	Unisex	From the meadow with a hedge
Wryn	Unisex	Unique; Strong; Mysterious
Wrynn	Unisex	Strength and leadership
Wuhaib	Boy	A gift; Present
Wukong	Boy	Awakened to emptiness
Wulf	Boy	Wolf-like
Wulfric	Boy	Mighty ruler
Wunna	Boy	Gold
Wyatt	Boy	Brave at war
Wybert	Boy	He who is bright in battle

Wyeth	Boy	Warrior; Brave in battle
Wylan	Unisex	Music-loving, creative, compassionate
Wyland	Unisex	Wolf land; Land of wolves
Wyld	Unisex	Untamed; Wild
Wylde	Unisex	Someone who is untamed, unconventional or living in nature; Someone from a rural or uncultivated area
Wylder	Unisex	Wild animal; Bird catcher
Wylee	Unisex	Energetic; Adventurous; Free-spirited
Wyley	Unisex	Charming; Captivating; Crafty
Wylie	Unisex	Clever and skilled
Wyllow	Unisex	Variant transcription of Willow; The willow tree

Wyman	Boy	Strong warrior
Wymond	Boy	Battle protector
Wyn	Unisex	Joyful, talented, determined
Wyndham	Boy	Village near a winding path
Wynn	Unisex	Joyful, blessed
Wynne	Unisex	Fair; blessed; whitefriend
Wynnie	Unisex	Fair; Blessed peacemaking
Wynston	Boy	Joyful stone; Friend's settlement
Wynter	Unisex	Variation of Winter
Wynton	Boy	Resilient and determined

Wyoming	Unisex	At the big river flat
Wyot	Boy	He who is wise, brave, and hardy
Wystan	Boy	battle stone or fierce contemplator

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Infographic: Amazing Baby Boy Names Starting With W

Numerous words with positive connotations begin with the letter W, such as wisdom, willpower, winner, wonder, and witty. The names that begin with the letter W also bear similar significance. They are names with varied meanings that will make the bearer stand proud. We compiled a list of names starting with W in the infographic below. Have a look and save it for future reference.

Wondrous Baby Boy Names That Start With W (infographic)

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What are some gender-neutral names that start with the letter W?

Wylee, Wylder, and Winner are a few unisex names starting with the letter W that a baby boy can bear. Wylee is a variant of Wiley derived from various English places' names. On the other hand, Wylder is the transferred use of the last name Wylder. Likewise, Winner comes from the English word 'winner.'

2. What popular baby boy names start with the letter W?

William, Waylon, Wesley, Wade, and Warren are popular baby boy names in the US.

3. What are some creative ways to use baby boy names that start with W in modern naming conventions?

You can use an uncommon variation of a common name starting with the letter W to give it a modern feel. For instance, William can be spelled Wilhelm or Willem. Alternatively, you may use alliteration for the first and middle names, such as Wesley Wyatt or William Walker. Furthermore, you can use a surname starting with W as a first name, such as Weston or Winters.

4. Are there any famous or notable people with names that start with W?

Renowned English playwright and poet William Shakespeare is a noteworthy individual whose contributions significantly impacted literature, art, and drama. Austrian composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was an influential figure in classical music history. Co-founder of The Walt Disney Company Walter Disney, and former British Prime Minister Winston Churchill are some other famous individuals with names starting with W.

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