Whitman, of American origin, means 'wagon maker' and was brought to prominence by the renowned poet Walt Whitman. It has since gained popularity as a given name, often associated with his literary legacy.
The name Whitman experienced significant variations in popularity over the years, with a total of 842 births recorded between 1909 and 2023. The name's peak occurred recently, with 39 births in 2018 and 36 births in both 2016 and 2017. However, it was least popular during the 1940s and 1950s, with fewer than 8 births per year on average.