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Washington

WOSH-ing-ton

Washington is a boy’s name of English origin, meaning “An English surname meaning "settlement belonging to Wassa". Wassa is an Old English personal name.”. It currently ranks #9789 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1921.

Letters10
Syllables3
OriginEnglish

What Washington Means

An English surname meaning "settlement belonging to Wassa". Wassa is an Old English personal name.

The Story of Washington

A name that defined a nation, resonating with integrity and leadership, now waiting to give that strength to your son.

Washington is an English surname, originally meaning 'settlement belonging to Wassa.' This name gained global prominence through George Washington, the first U.S. President, imbuing it with unparalleled historical significance and associations of leadership and pioneering spirit.

To bestow the name Washington is to give your son a sense of gravitas and responsibility. When you speak it, it feels solid and enduring, like the foundation of a nation. You imagine a child who will carry himself with integrity, his actions guided by a strong moral compass, embodying a quiet but profound leadership.

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Numerology

3

The Creative

Expressive, joyful, and imaginative. Names vibrating at 3 inspire creativity and optimism.

Famous Namesakes

  • George Washington

    First President of the United States.

  • Denzel Washington

    Highly acclaimed American actor and filmmaker.

Personality Traits

leadershipintegritystrengthresponsibility

Peak Year

#60 in 1921

Total Births

2,644

First Recorded

1880

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