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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Derived from the surname de Witt, ultimately from the Low German/Dutch word for 'white'
- Origin
- German/Dutch (surname)
- Gender
- Primarily used for boys
- Pronunciation
- WIT
Witt traces back to the surname de Witt, which comes from the Low German and Dutch word for 'white' — making it a name with German and Dutch surname roots rather than a traditional first name. It's a short, single-syllable option for parents drawn to surname-style names. If you're researching Witt as a first name, it's worth knowing its history is rooted in that surname usage.
Meaning & Origin of Witt
Meaning: Derived from the surname de Witt, ultimately from the Low German/Dutch word for 'white'.
Origin: German/Dutch (surname).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Witt
WITIPA /wɪt/
Popularity of Witt
SSA records covering 1997 through 2024 show Witt reaching its highest recorded rank in 2024, at #3585, with 32 babies given the name that year.
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FAQ
What does the name Witt mean?
Derived from the surname de Witt, ultimately from the Low German/Dutch word for ‘white’. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Witt?
Witt is pronounced WIT (IPA: /wɪt/).
Is Witt a popular name right now?
Witt is at its highest recorded popularity right now, ranked #3585 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1997–2024.)
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