Whitney

Meaning of Whitney

From the white island

Whitney has English roots — browse every English baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Whitney

After ranking as high as #271 in 2000, Whitney has fallen out of the US top 1,000 as of 2025.

Notable people named Whitney

• Whitney Houston
  Singer and actress
• Whitney Cummings
  Comedian and actress
• Whitney Port
  Television personality
• Whitney Wolfe Herd
  Bumble CEO and founder
• Whitney Thompson
  Model and winner

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Questions about the name Whitney

What does the name Whitney mean?

Whitney means from the white island, and it comes from English origins.

Is Whitney a boy's or a girl's name?

Whitney is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Whitney?

Whitney did not appear in the top 1,000 baby names in 2025, which makes it a genuinely uncommon pick.

When was Whitney most popular?

Whitney peaked at #271 in 2000.