Mott vs Waring

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mott

Boy #28,455 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"From Old French mote meaning a mound, hillock, or moat; a topographic surname indicating where one lived"

Origin: Old French/Norman

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#28,455
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Mott Rank #28,455
Waring Rank #28,529

Mott is more popular, ranked #28455 vs #28529 for Waring.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Mott ___

  • Mott Allen
  • Mott William
  • Mott Thomas
  • Mott Ray

Waring ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Waring

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mott or Waring more popular?

Mott is more popular, ranked #28455 compared to Waring at #28529 in the United States.

What do Mott and Waring mean?

Mott means "From Old French mote meaning a mound, hillock, or moat; a topographic surname indicating where one lived" (Old French/Norman origin).

Are Mott and Waring boy or girl names?

Mott is primarily a boy name. Waring is primarily a boy name.

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