Whittney Name Meaning

Whittney is a variant spelling of the name Whitney, which means "white island" or "fair island" from the Old English elements “hwit” (white, fair) and “ey” (island). Its roots can be traced back to Anglo-Saxon English.

The name Whitney was originally an English surname, but became popular as a given name, especially in the United States, in the 20th century. It is unisex, meaning it can be used for both boys and girls, although it is more commonly used for girls.