Webb is an English surname and given name that originated from Middle English "webbe", which referred to a weaver. It is also an occupational name, denoting someone who worked as a weaver or was employed in the weaving industry. The name has been used as both a first name and last name throughout history, with notable bearers including American astronaut Alan Shepard Webb Jr., who walked on the moon during the Apollo 14 mission in 1971.
The name Webb experienced a peak in popularity between the late 1800s and early 1900s with over 10 births per year occurring consistently during this period. However, there were fluctuations in popularity throughout the century, with years as low as 5 or 6 births recorded. Since the 1970s, the name Webb has seen a resurgence in popularity, with at least 6 births per year on average. The total number of births over this time period is 1625.