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Origin & history of Dewitt1
Flemish roots
The name Dewitt is of English origin. It is derived from the Old English words de meaning from and wit meaning wood. The name Dewitt was originally a surname, but it has become a popular given name in recent years. Dewitt is a unisex name, meaning it can be given to both boys and girls. The name Dewitt has a strong, masculine sound, making it a popular choice for parents looking for a unique but still masculine name for their son. Dewitt has a positive connotation, as it is associated with the word dew, which evokes images of freshness and renewal. The name Dewitt has a rich history, with notable bearers including DeWitt Clinton, an American statesman and mayor of New York City, and DeWitt Wallace, the co-founder of Reader's Digest. Dewitt is a relatively rare name, making it a unique choice for parents looking to give their child a name that stands out from the crowd. The name Dewitt has a strong, solid sound, making it a popular choice for parents looking for a name that exudes stability and strength. Dewitt is a versatile name that can be paired with a variety of middle names and surnames, giving parents plenty of options when it comes to creating a unique and meaningful name for their child.
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Root name
The root form of Dewitt is
Dewitt — meaning Blond.
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Modern usage
Dewitt remains a beloved choice. Timeless appeal across cultures and generations.
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How popular is Dewitt?
1921
peak year
Dewitt reached its widest reach during the Roaring Twenties. In 1921, 161 babies received the name (ranked #487). In the present decade it sits well outside the top 1,000 (around #10119), with about 7 babies given the name annually. Dewitt's usage has held roughly steady recently. The all-time total comes to roughly 7,210 registrations.
Year-by-year registrations
1880–2024 · U.S. Social Security data
161
Babies named in peak year
(ranked #487)
(ranked #487)
7
Avg. per year
(last decade)
(last decade)
70
Total registrations
last 10 years
last 10 years
7,210
All-time total
(since 1880)
(since 1880)
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Numerology of Dewitt9
Life path number
The Humanitarian
Compassion, wisdom and humanitarianism.
🌍Humanitarian
🎨Creative
🌟Wise
💝Loving
D4
E5
W5
I9
T2
T2
Sum: 27 → Life path 9
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Personality of Dewitt🌍
Compassionate soul
They carry the weight of the world with grace.
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Richly creative
Deep feeling translates into deep art.
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Old soul wisdom
They've always seemed wiser than their years.
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Unconditional love
Their love is vast and forgiving.
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