Witt Boy
Origin(s)
English; German
Meaning
English: 'witty'; German: 'to be wise'
Historical & Cultural Background
In English, Witt is derived from the word 'wit', referring to intelligence and humor. In German, it comes from the verb 'wissen', meaning to know or be wise, reflecting a cultural appreciation for wisdom and knowledge.
Trend Summary
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Variants
- Witte
- Wittie
International Variants
- Wit (Dutch)
- Witold (Polish)
Famous people named Witt
Witt — mathematician.
Fictional characters named Witt
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Witt was first seen in the United States in 1997. Witt has ranked as high as #1328 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has not reached a level of popularity in any states at this time. In the past 5 years the name Witt has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
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Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Witt (2022)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1997 | 5 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2008 | 14 |
| 2009 | 10 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2012 | 10 |
| 2013 | 15 |
| 2014 | 12 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2016 | 12 |
| 2017 | 8 |
| 2018 | 18 |
| 2019 | 22 |
| 2020 | 15 |
| 2021 | 25 |
| 2022 | 21 |
| 2023 | 31 |
| 2024 | 32 |