TheNameDBNewt
MasculineMeaning
A small salamander, or a nickname derived from the Middle English word for newt.
Etymology
The word 'newt' comes from Middle English 'newte,' originally 'an ewte,' where the 'n' was reanalyzed from the indefinite article. The ultimate origin is uncertain but may relate to Old English 'efeta' or similar Germanic roots.
About the Name Newt
Newt is primarily used as a nickname or informal given name in English-speaking countries. It has gained modern recognition through political figures and fictional characters.