In literary texts the word “wight” wears many hats, shifting in meaning with context and period. In medieval works it frequently functions as a term for a person, sometimes used derisively or to emphasize a character’s lowly nature—as seen in Chaucer’s playful yet dismissive uses ([1], [2], [3], [4]). At times it highlights an individual’s physical or moral state, as when Shakespeare and others invoke the word to convey frailty or insignificance ([5], [6], [7]). In contrast, “Wight” also emerges as a proper noun in historical and personal accounts, notably in the diaries of Samuel Pepys where it appears as a family name and a marker of locality, reinforcing connections to the Isle of Wight ([8], [9], [10], [11]). This duality in usage—from a common noun describing a being to a proper noun denoting place or familial identity—demonstrates the term’s rich adaptability and enduring resonance in literature ([12], [13], [14]).