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Whitaker
BoyMeaning of Whitaker: English: 'white field'
Whitaker is a boy's name most strongly associated with English naming. It has 8 letters and 3 syllables, and it is familiar but far from overused — 2137th most popular boys' name in the United States in 2025.
US rank 2025
#2137
66 babies in 2025
England & Wales 2024
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Fewer than 3 babies or unlisted
US babies since 1880
860
First recorded 1949 · peak 2025
Trend
stable
Style: uncommon
Popularity over time
Gender split
99% boys · 1% girls, based on US, UK and international usage.
Origins & cultures
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