457 Wonderful Baby Names That Start With W

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.

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Name		Gender	Meaning
William		Boy	Will; Protector
Wyatt		Boy	Brave at war
Willow		Girl	Willow tree; Freedom
Waylon		Boy	Land beside the road
Wesley		Boy	Pasture; Field
Weston		Boy	From the western town
Wren		Girl	A bird
Walter		Boy	Army ruler
Winter		Girl	Winter season
Warren		Boy	Protector; Guard
Willa		Girl	Resolute protection
Winston		Boy	Wine's town
Wells		Boy	Spring
Watson		Boy	Son of Watt
Westin		Boy	From the western town
Winnie		Girl	Fair one; Soft; Happiness; Pure
Wilson		Boy	Resolute protector
Westley		Boy	Woodland; Clearing
Wayne		Boy	Wagon builders
Wesson		Boy	West town
Whitley		Girl	From the white field
Wes		Unisex	Western meadow or settlement
Winifred		Girl	Blessed peace
Will		Boy	Determined to protect
Winona		Girl	First-born daughter, noble spirit
Wolfgang		Boy	Wolf strife
Warner		Boy	Defender, protector
Wiley		Unisex	Crafty; Cunning; Deceitful
Westyn		Unisex	From the western town
Wolf		Unisex	Wild; Strong; Intelligent hunter
Wilmer		Boy	Resolute and famous
Wilhelmina		Unisex	Resolute, strong-willed
Woodrow		Boy	From the wooded hill
Winry		Girl	Friend; Joy
West		Unisex	Direction, boundary, adventure
Westlyn		Unisex	Combination of west and the popular suffix 'lyn'
Wendell		Boy	A wend
Waylen		Unisex	Land by the road
Willem		Unisex	Strong, determined, resolute
Willis		Boy	Strong-willed, resolute
Wali		Unisex	Protector or Guardian
Whitaker		Unisex	White field or settlement
Welles		Unisex	From the springs
Williams		Boy	Son of William
Ward		Girl	Guardian, Protector
Walt		Boy	Power of the army; Poweful warrior
Waylan		Boy	Land by the road
Weslee		Unisex	West meadow; Variant of the name Wesley
Wolfe		Boy	A deadly beast
Wellington		Boy	Fortunate, powerful, noble
Wayde		Unisex	River crossing; Wanderer
Wynona		Girl	Gracious; Blessed
Wilfredo		Boy	Desiring peace and protection
Wynston		Boy	Joyful stone; Friend's settlement
Weslyn		Unisex	Dweller near the western wood
Wayland		Unisex	Craftsman, moonshine, wanderer
Weslynn		Unisex	West meadow
Walden		Boy	Mighty
Waleed		Boy	A newborn baby ; Of tender age
Whit		Unisex	Short form of the name Whitney; White island; From the white meadow
Weldon		Boy	Hill in a valley
Whitten		Unisex	White town; From the white farm
Weller		Unisex	Powerful, noble, protection
Wylder		Unisex	Wild animal; Bird catcher
Warrick		Boy	Strength and protection
Wynne		Unisex	Fair; blessed; whitefriend
Willard		Boy	Bold resolve
Wilber		Boy	Strong-willed and industrious
Wanda		Girl	Slender; Young tree
Walton		Unisex	Settlement by the wall
Willy		Unisex	Strength, determination, friendliness
Wisdom		Unisex	Intelligence; Knowledge; Understanding
Wilbur		Boy	Bright resolve
Whitman		Boy	White man
Whittaker		Boy	White field
Wilhelm		Girl	Strong-willed, determined, protector
Woodson		Boy	Son of wood
Windsor		Unisex	Noble, royal, regal
Washington		Unisex	Settlement of Wassa's people; People of the first man;
Wilfred		Unisex	Resolute, determined, strong-willed
Willamina		Girl	Strong-willed woman
Wheeler		Unisex	Someone who makes or repairs wheels
Wynonna		Girl	Strength and grace
Waylin		Unisex	Land by the road
Woods		Unisex	Forest or wooded area
Wilma		Girl	Resolute protector
Waris		Boy	A successor
Winn		Girl	Joyful, blessed, friend
Winslow		Unisex	Meadow or hill with a victory
Webb		Unisex	A weaver or textile worker
Wylee		Unisex	Energetic; Adventurous; Free-spirited
Wrenn		Unisex	Small songbird
Wilton		Unisex	Well settlement; Place by the stream; From the farm by the spring; Willow town
Wake		Boy	Alertness or awareness
Wael		Boy	Rescue; Seeking shelter
Wrangler		Unisex	Tough; Rugged; Adventurous
Walid		Boy	Newborn; One who is born
Willian		Girl	Strong-willed, determined, courageous
Wania		Boy	Gift of God
Weslie		Unisex	Gracious and noble

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.

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.

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