Whittaker

At a Glance: Name: Whittaker – Meaning: surname meaning 'white field' — a field with pale or chalky soil – Origin: Old English (surname) – Gender: primarily used for boys – Pronunciation: WIT-uh-ker

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Whittaker comes from an Old English surname meaning 'white field' — referring to land with pale or chalky soil. That gives it a grounded, place-based history rather than a symbolic or poetic one. If you like names rooted in landscape and lineage, Whittaker fits that pattern.

Meaning & Origin of Whittaker

Meaning: Surname meaning 'white field' — a field with pale or chalky soil.

Origin: Old English (surname).

How to Pronounce Whittaker

Phonetic: WIT-uh-ker   IPA: /ˈwɪtəkər/

Popularity of Whittaker

SSA records from 2002 to 2024 show Whittaker holding steady as a rare choice, peaking at #3910 in 2020 with 27 babies and landing at #4298 in 2024 with 25.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 2002–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Whittaker mean?

Surname meaning ‘white field’ — a field with pale or chalky soil.

How do you pronounce Whittaker?

Whittaker is pronounced WIT-uh-ker (IPA: /ˈwɪtəkər/).

Is Whittaker a popular name right now?

Whittaker is near its all-time peak (#3910 in 2020), ranked #4298 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 2002–2024.)

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