Wyatt
Wyatt first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 2017, when 9,727 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 6,480.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Wyatt popular?
Steady Wyatt has held fairly steady over the past decade, after peaking in 2017.
| 2020s | 42,814 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 87,745 | |
| 2000s | 51,347 | |
| 1990s | 17,936 | |
| 1980s | 2,803 | |
| 1970s | 1,626 | |
| 1960s | 765 | |
| 1950s | 1,254 | |
| 1940s | 472 | |
| 1930s | 377 | |
| 1920s | 515 | |
| 1910s | 434 | |
| 1900s | 114 | |
| 1890s | 127 | |
| 1880s | 123 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Wyatt mean?
From the Old English personal name Wigheard, combining 'wig' (war) and 'heard' (hardy, brave), hence 'brave in war'. Later also a medieval diminutive of Guy/William.
Nicknames for Wyatt
- Wy
Variants & spellings
- Wyat
- Wiatt
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Wyatt mean?
Wyatt means Brave in war. From the Old English personal name Wigheard, combining 'wig' (war) and 'heard' (hardy, brave), hence 'brave in war'. Later also a medieval diminutive of Guy/William.
What is the origin of the name Wyatt?
Wyatt is of old english origin.
How do you pronounce Wyatt?
Wyatt is pronounced “WY-ut.”
Is Wyatt a boy or a girl name?
Wyatt is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Wyatt a popular name right now?
Wyatt has held fairly steady over the past decade, after peaking in 2017.
How popular is the name Wyatt?
In 2025, Wyatt ranked #38 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Wyatt most popular?
Wyatt was most popular in 2017, when about 9,727 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What are common nicknames for Wyatt?
Common nicknames for Wyatt include Wy.
What names are similar to Wyatt?
Names similar to Wyatt include Harold.
What names go well with Wyatt?
old english names that pair well with Wyatt include Harold.