Wycliffe

English

"dweller at the white cliff"

Wycliffe Origin and Meaning

The name Wycliffe is a boy's name.

Wycliffe is a masculine name of English origin, directly inspired by John Wycliffe, the influential 14th-century philosopher, theologian, and religious reformer who first translated the Bible into Middle English. The surname Wycliffe itself comes from a place name in Yorkshire meaning "white cliff." As a given name, Wycliffe conveys scholarly associations and religious significance, particularly in Protestant traditions where Wycliffe is considered an important pre-Reformation figure. Though never common, the name saw some usage among evangelical families, especially in English-speaking countries and parts of Africa where missionary influence was strong. Wycliffe carries an air of intellectual distinction and historical gravitas, appealing to parents drawn to names with substantive historical and religious connections.

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Famous People Named Wycliffe

• John Wycliffe English Reformer
• Wycliffe Gordon American jazz trombonist
• Wycliffe Ambetsa Oparanya Kenyan MP
• William Wycliffe Anderson birth name of Leif Erickson, American actor

The name Wycliffe in Pop Culture

• Charles Wycliffe main character in novels by W.J. Burney and TV's "Wycliffe"