Little Hugh or heart, mind, and spirit
Hewitt originated as a medieval diminutive of the name Hugh. It combines the Germanic root 'hug', meaning heart or mind, with the French diminutive suffix '-ot'. Historically used as a surname, it has transitioned into a rare and sophisticated given name.
Less common today
Hewitt isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,992 in 2024.
Pioneering computer scientist and inventor
Australian former world No. 1 tennis player
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
