Wright
/raɪt/
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Wright, of English origin, means 'tradesman' or 'craftsman', specifically referring to someone skilled in a trade, such as a wheelwright or shipwright. The name reflects a heritage of craftsmanship and industriousness, often associated with leadership and practical expertise. It is a strong, traditional surname-turned-first name that carries a sense of stability and reliability.
Wright Patman
Politician, Congressman from Texas, 1929-76
Wright Morris
Novelist, The Field of Vision
C. Wright Mills
Sociologist, The Power Elite
Wright King
Actor, Character actor
Wrighty
Wry
Rye
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