How Many People Are Named Whitman?
Complete statistics for the name Whitman: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Whitman, a very rare male name, is held by just 733 people in the US today, making up 1 in 450,146 Americans. It's a genuinely modern name, with 72% of its bearers under 30, peaking in popularity in 2018.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 7 symbolizes introspection, wisdom, and spiritual growth.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 30All 868 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2018Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Whitman Through the Generations
Whitman stands out as a name that's gaining traction among younger generations. With 733 people bearing the name in the US, it's clear that it's becoming increasingly popular. The peak year of 2018 saw 39 births, indicating a recent surge in usage. The average age of those named Whitman is 30, with a significant majority under 30, suggesting it's a name that's resonating with modern parents.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Whitman's English roots
📄 About the Name Whitman
How Many People Have the Name Whitman?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 18,508 people in the United States currently share the name Whitman. That works out to roughly 1 in every 17,908 Americans, placing it in the Rare category.
Is Whitman a Common or Rare Name?
Whitman is classified as Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Whitman Mean?
Whitman means "English surname used as a first name" and comes from English origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Whitman in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Whitman Most Popular?
The name Whitman reached peak popularity in 2018, with 39 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Whitman?
Approximately 18,508 people named Whitman live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 18,508. That works out to roughly 1 in 17,908 Americans.
Is Whitman a rare name?
Whitman is classified as Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 17,908 Americans has this name.
What does the name Whitman mean?
Whitman means "English surname used as a first name" and comes from English origins.
Is Whitman more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Whitman are male and 0% are female.
When was Whitman most popular?
Whitman peaked in 2018 with 39 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.