Whitney

Girl's name

Whitney is of Old English origin, derived from the words "hwit" meaning "white" and "ey" meaning "island."

Meaning Of the white island
Origin English
U.S. births in 2023 238 Falling
Peak year 1986

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Whitney Houston - Singer, actress, "I Will Always Love You."
  • Whitney Port - Reality TV star, fashion designer.
  • Whitney Cummings - Comedian, actress, writer, producer.
  • Whitney Wolfe Herd - Founder of Bumble dating app.
  • Whitney Way Thore - Reality TV star, body positivity activist.
  • Whitney Miller - First female winner of "MasterChef."
  • Whitney Bischoff - Winner of "The Bachelor" season 19.
  • Whitney Sudler-Smith - TV personality, "Southern Charm" cast member.

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