Wright Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Wright Name at a Glance

Name	Wright
Meaning	Tradesman.
Origin	Anglo-Saxon
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Wright Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Wright means “Tradesman”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Wright Name Origin

Our database records Wright under Anglo-Saxon origin. Browse more Anglo-Saxon baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Wright a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Wright is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Wright

When considering Wright for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.