The baby name Derwent is a unisex name, 2 syllables long and is pronounced "DUR-went".
Derwent is English in Origin.
Derwent is a name of English origin that means "river where oaks grow". It is derived from the Old English words "dēor" meaning "oak" and "went" meaning "river". The name is most commonly associated with the River Derwent, which flows through the English counties of Yorkshire and Derbyshire. The name has been in use since the Middle Ages and has been given to both boys and girls.
The name Derwent is pronounced as "DER-went" with the emphasis on the first syllable. It is a two-syllable name with a simple and straightforward pronunciation. The name has been used in literature, with the most famous example being the character of Derwentwater in Sir Walter Scott's novel "Rob Roy". The name has also been used in popular culture, with the character of Derwent in the video game "Assassin's Creed: Syndicate".
The name Derwent is a combination of two Old English words, "dēor" meaning "oak" and "went" meaning "river". The name is associated with the River Derwent, which flows through the English counties of Yorkshire and Derbyshire. The name has been in use since the Middle Ages and has been given to both boys and girls. It is a simple and straightforward name with a pleasant sound and a rich history.