Smith Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Smith Name at a Glance

Name	Smith
Meaning	'Henry VI, Part 2' Smith the Weaver.
Origin	Shakespearean
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Smith Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Smith means “'Henry VI, Part 2' Smith the Weaver”. 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.

Smith Name Origin

Our database records Smith under Shakespearean origin. Browse more Shakespearean baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Smith a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Smith

When considering Smith 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.