Wentworth
we-ntwor-th,
wen-two-rth
US Popularity:5612
Origin:British
Meaning:Winter wood, winter enclosure; Pale man's settlement
Wentworth is a British surname and habitation name of Old English and Anglo-Saxon origin. Believed to derive from Winteworde, Wentworth holds with the winter wonderland meanings of “winter wood” or “winter enclosure.” As a name describing a town or farmstead, Wentworth is also thought to mean “pale man’s settlement.” Some consider that Wentworth once referred to places only inhabited during the winter. A name replete with images of snow-laden trees and white rolling hills, Wentworth’s posh and confident sound will help your little one make a grand first impression.
Wentworth Name Popularity Data
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
1947
#6749
in 1947
+ 295
from 1935
Was this page helpful?
Yes
No
Not sure you have the perfect name? Search to add more baby names to your My Favorites list.
Article saved.Go to My Saved Articles
Article removed.
Name added. View Your List