Wright 1

Wright 1 is an English surname derived from the Old English word wyrhta, meaning "wright, maker" or craftsman. As an occupational surname, it originally denoted a person who worked as a builder or maker, often in wood, such as a carpenter or wheelwright.

The surname is famously associated with Orville and Wilbur Wright, the American inventors credited with building and flying the world's first successful powered airplane. Their achievements in 1903 revolutionized transportation and brought worldwide recognition to the name.

Variants include the more common surname Wright, without the numeral, which is broadly used in English-speaking countries. The inclusion of "1" in this form typically disambiguates it in genealogical or data contexts.

• Meaning: wright, maker (occupational)
• Origin: Old English
• Type: Surname
• Usage: English