Whitson
Boy nameWhitson has been given to 26 babies in the U.S. since 2016. It peaked in 2025. In 2025, about 1 in 213,510 boys was named Whitson.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
26
Peak year
2025 (8 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
2016
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All boys
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Whitson.
Sibling name ideas for Whitson
Same era and popularity as Whitson, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Whitson?
Whitson has been given to 26 babies in the U.S. since 2016. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Whitson peak?
Whitson peaked in 2025, when 8 babies were given the name.
Is Whitson a girl or boy name?
Whitson is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Whitson are boys).
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