457 Wonderful Baby Names That Start With W

Waltz through the world of W-inspired monikers.

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W is known for its unique sound as a consonant, and baby names that start with W are favored among parents worldwide. Names like William, Walter, and Willie rank highly in the U.S. and have greatly influenced this trend (1). Many famous people have names starting with W, adding to its widespread use. Icons, including Walt Disney, William Shakespeare, Whitney Houston, Winona Ryder, and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart illustrate the appeal of these names. Additionally, fictional characters such as Willy Wonka from Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Wendy Darling from Peter Pan, Wilma Flintstone from The Flintstones, and Winnie the Pooh, have charmed audiences, making these names even more popular. W-names are also used by many well-known brands. Companies like Warner Bros., Walmart, and Wikipedia use W in their logos. Hence, parents may love choosing W-names for their babies as they want names that stand out and have meaning.

W names are found worldwide, irrespective of the language, region, and culture, and carry unique meanings and significance. From Wyatt (Old English) to Wen (Chinese), these names of varied origins offer parents a way to connect children to their heritage. Whether parents prefer elegant names like Wendy (English) or short names like Wyn (Greek), W names cater to every style. Unique choices like Windsor (English) or Wynne (Welsh) provide distinctive options that stand out.

Whether through whimsical characters or prominent figures, names starting with W celebrate creativity and individuality. Look at the list of W names below to find the one that best matches your aspirations and family traditions.

Name	Gender	Meaning
William	Boy	Will; Protector
Wyatt	Boy	Brave at war; War strength
Willow	Girl	Willow tree; Freedom
Waylon	Boy	Craft; Cunning
Wesley	Boy	West meadow
Weston	Boy	From the western town
Wren	Girl	Small, singing bird
Walter	Boy	Army ruler; Power of the army
Winter	Girl	Winter season; Water; Wet
Warren	Boy	Protector; Guard; Animal enclosure

Willa	Girl	Resolute protection
Winston	Boy	Stone of joy
Wells	Boy	Spring; A person who lived near a well or spring
Watson	Boy	Son of Watt; Power of the army
Westin	Boy	From the western town
Winnie	Girl	White; Blessed; Stream; Flow; Pacify; Quell; Reconcile
Wilson	Boy	Will helmet; Son of Will
Westley	Boy	West woodland; West clearing
Wayne	Boy	Wagon builders
Wesson	Boy	West town

Whitley	Girl	From the white field
Wes	Unisex	West meadow
Winifred	Girl	Friend of peace; Blessed reconcile
Will	Boy	Determined guardian; Resolute protector
Winona	Girl	First-born daughter
Wolfgang	Boy	Wolf; Path; Way
Warner	Boy	Cautious army; Defender
Wiley	Unisex	Resolute protector; Noble spirit; River Wylye; Willow clearing; Crafty
Westyn	Unisex	From the Western town; Enclosure; Yard
Wolf	Unisex	Wolf; Path of the wolf

Wilmer	Boy	Famous; Strong desire
Wilhelmina	Unisex	Will helmet; Resolute protector
Woodrow	Boy	Row of houses by the wood
Winry	Girl	White; Blessed; Friend of peace
West	Unisex	One who is from the west; Evening; Night
Westlyn	Unisex	West
Wendell	Boy	A Vandal; Name of a Germanic tribe
Waylen	Unisex	Crafty; Cunning
Willem	Unisex	Will helmet; Resolute protector
Willis	Boy	Resolute protector; Will helmet

Wali	Unisex	Protector; Helper; Friend
Whitaker	Unisex	White field
Welles	Unisex	Well; Spring; Water hole
Williams	Boy	Son of William
Ward	Girl	Guard; Rich guard
Walt	Boy	Power of the army; Powerful warrior; Dweller by the wall; Forest
Waylan	Boy	Crafty; Cunning
Weslee	Unisex	West meadow, woodland, or clearing
Wolfe	Boy	Wolf
Wellington	Boy	Holy settlement; Sacred town

Wayde	Unisex	A ford; To go
Wynona	Girl	Firstborn daughter
Wilfredo	Boy	Desiring peace
Wynston	Boy	Joy and stone
Weslyn	Unisex	West meadow; Lake
Wayland	Unisex	Battle; Brave; Small wood grove; Craft
Weslynn	Unisex	West meadow; Lake
Walden	Boy	Welshman from the valley; Foreigner from the valley
Waleed	Boy	Newborn; Just born
Whit	Unisex	White; Pale; White-haired

Weldon	Boy	Hill near a spring
Whitten	Unisex	Wood; Forest; To rule; To lead
Weller	Unisex	One who lives by a stream or spring; One who extracted salt from seawater
Wylder	Unisex	Wild animal
Warrick	Boy	A leader who defends; Settlement near a dam
Wynne	Unisex	Fair; Blessed; Friend
Willard	Boy	Firm desire; Strong will
Wilber	Boy	Wild boar; Bright; Willful
Wanda	Girl	A wend; Slender; Young tree
Walton	Unisex	Stream town; Wood town; Wall town

Willy	Unisex	Resolute protector; Will helmet
Wisdom	Unisex	Intelligence; Knowledge; Understanding
Wilbur	Boy	Wild boar; Will; Desire; Fortress
Whitman	Boy	White man
Whittaker	Boy	White field
Wilhelm	Girl	Will helmet; Resolute protector
Woodson	Boy	From the houses in the woods; Descendant of a woodcutter
Windsor	Unisex	Riverbank with a windlass
Washington	Unisex	Settlement of Wassa's people
Wilfred	Unisex	Desiring peace

Willamina	Girl	Will helmet; Resolute protector
Wheeler	Unisex	Someone who makes or repairs wheels; Wheels
Wynonna	Girl	First-born daughter
Waylin	Unisex	Crafty; Cunning
Woods	Unisex	Row of houses by the wood
Wilma	Girl	Resolute protector; Strong-willed warrior; Desire for protection; Vehement protector
Waris	Boy	Successor; Heir; Desert flower
Winn	Girl	White; Blessed
Winslow	Unisex	Hill belonging to friend
Webb	Unisex	A weaver

Wylee	Unisex	Willow clearing
Wrenn	Unisex	Small songbird
Wilton	Unisex	Well town; Willow town; Town on the river Wylye; Tricky
Wake	Boy	Vigilant
Wael	Boy	Rescue; Refuge; Shelter
Wrangler	Unisex	Tough; To wrestle
Walid	Boy	Newborn
Willian	Girl	Will helmet; Resolute protector
Wania	Boy	Soft, gentle breeze; God-gifted; Yahweh is gracious
Weslie	Unisex	West meadow

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There is no shortage of baby names that start with W. Some names that were once surnames like Wade, Warren, and Watson, are now popular given names. Parents today are more creative, often choosing unconventional names for their children. Celebrity kids with names like West and Wolf are examples of this trend. Whatever name you choose for your child should be one they can carry proudly, as names reflect their identity and personality. Ultimately, the correct name will resonate with both you and your child, marking a significant part of their journey.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Are there any celebrities with unique names that start with W?

Many celebrities have unique names that start with W, including Haitian rapper and music producer Wyclef Jean, American film producer and co-founder of The Walt Disney Company Walt Disney, and American actress and comedian Wendi McLendon-Covey.

2. What are some royal names that start with W?

The letter W has been associated with royalty across cultures. The Germanic masculine name William (strong-willed warrior) is common among British royalty, such as William the Conqueror and Prince William, Duke of Cambridge. The Latin name Wenceslaus (greater glory) was also borne by several European kings, including King Wenceslaus I of Bohemia. The Germanic Walter (commander of the army) has also been used by various noble figures, including the king of the Visigoths, Walter of Aquitaine.

Infographic: Baby Names That Start With W

W is one of the last letters of the English alphabet. While names beginning with it may not be the first choice, you may find a W-letter name that best suits your baby. Names starting with W are wonderful and have a charm that could be universal. Our infographic below has compiled some of the best W-letter baby names.

baby names that start with w (infographic)

References

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Top Names Over the Last 100 Years.
https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/decades/century.html

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