Weyman is an uncommon given name of English origin, derived from the Old English word 'wīman', which means 'friend'. It shares its root with other names like William and Wilfred. While it was more prevalent in the past, today Weyman is rarely encountered, making it a distinctive choice for those seeking a unique moniker. The name has no established variants or related forms, contributing to its rarity.
The name Weyman experienced varying popularity throughout the years, with notable peaks in certain decades. In the early 1900s, there was a significant increase starting from 1919 with 18 births that year, marking the highest number of births recorded for this name during this period. The late 1920s and early 1930s also showed consistent popularity with an average of around 14 births per year. However, there was a notable drop in the mid-1960s, with only 5 or 6 births recorded each year from 1965 to 1970. Despite fluctuations, the name Weyman has been given to a total of 562 babies over these years.