Wistar

Wistar meaning and name origin

Wistar \wi(s)-tar\ as a girl's name (also used as boy's name Wistar), is of German origin. Surname of unknown meaning. Caspar Wistar was a prominent doctor in late 18th century Philadelphia, and taught at what became the University of Pennysylvannia.

Wistar has 2 variant forms: Wistarr and Wister.

Baby names that sound like Wistar are Wistaria, Easter, Ester and Wisteria.

View a list of the 2 names that reference Wistar.

Popularity of Wistar

Wistar is not a popular first name for women and an equally uncommon surname or last name for all people. (1990 U.S. Census)

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