Hewitt Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Hewitt is an Old English name that means 'little Hugh', stemming from the Germanic root word for 'heart' or 'mind'. It has evolved through various forms over time, with notable historical usage in England, particularly during the Middle Ages. The name carries a traditional image and is linked to well-known individuals, enhancing its cultural significance.
The name Hewitt is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Hewitt has been stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Hewitt' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1981st out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2309th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2901st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7263rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16616th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 9099th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5119th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Hewitt' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Hewitt"
Pronunciation
/ˈhjuːɪt/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name 'Hewitt' is derived from the Old English personal name 'Hew', which itself comes from the Germanic element 'hugh', meaning 'heart' or 'mind'. The suffix '-itt' is a diminutive form, indicating 'little' or 'son of'.
Meaning
little Hugh
Language Evolution
Hew, Hewitt, Hewyte
Historical Usage
The name Hewitt gained popularity in England during the Middle Ages and has remained in use since, becoming more common in the 19th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Hew, Hewytt, Hewet
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Hewitt is viewed as a traditional name with a classic appeal, often associated with a sense of heritage.
Famous People
Hewitt Packard (founder of HP), Jennifer Love Hewitt (actress and singer)
📊 Hewitt Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 27 peak births in 2024
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in Louisiana
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Hewitt"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Hewitt"
"Hewitt" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1981st of 7545 | 259 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2309th of 6773 | 191 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2901st of 7552 | 153 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 7263rd of 10718 | 24 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 16616th of 16616 | 5 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 9099th of 24088 | 102 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 5119th of 23106 | 221 |
Regional Popularity of "Hewitt" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
62.17% 1471st/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
85.68% 2016th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
70.66% 2016th/2853 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Hewitt" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Hewitt"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Hewitt" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.