Whitaker
HWIT-uh-ker
Popularity
#2253
Letters
8
Syllables
3
Origin
English
Total Births
792
Peak Year
#64 in 2021
First Recorded
1949
Style
Vintage, Sophisticated & Formal
Spelling
Moderate spelling
What It Means
An English surname derived from Old English elements meaning 'white field' or 'wheat field'.
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Numerology
The Nurturer
Caring, responsible, and loving. Names at 6 resonate with warmth and family devotion.
Famous Namesakes
Forest Whitaker
Academy Award-winning American actor and producer.
Johnny Whitaker
American actor known for 'Family Affair'
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