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Flint vs Whit

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Flint

Boy #1,981 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"hard grey quartz, fire-making stone"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,981
Total SSA Count
79
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Whit

Boy #2,108 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"white, fair-complexioned"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,108
Total SSA Count
71
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Flint Rank #1,981
Whit Rank #2,108

Flint is more popular, ranked #1981 vs #2108 for Whit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Flint or Whit more popular?

Flint is more popular, ranked #1981 compared to Whit at #2108 in the United States.

What do Flint and Whit mean?

Flint means "hard grey quartz, fire-making stone" (Old English origin). Whit means "white, fair-complexioned" (Old English origin).

Are Flint and Whit boy or girl names?

Flint is primarily a boy name. Whit is primarily a boy name.

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