Wyatt is a highly popular boys' name in United States, ranking #38 in 2022 with 7,175 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2017 with 9,726 births ranking #25. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 157.3%. In 2022, approximately 1 in every 243 boys born was named Wyatt. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Wyatt is a major modern favourite with an old Germanic backbone. It is usually linked with bravery and toughness, which suits its crisp sound.
The name gained broad appeal through surname-style use and Western associations, then became one of the most successful boys' names of the modern era. Its strength comes from sounding rugged but polished.