Wes Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationWES / wɛsEnglish; Short form of Wesley
Meaning
English: western meadow; Short form of Wesley: from the western meadow
Historical & Cultural Background
Wes is often used as a diminutive of the name Wesley, which has English origins. Wesley was popularized by John Wesley, the founder of Methodism in the 18th century. The name has been used in various forms across English-speaking countries. It has gained popularity as a standalone name in recent decades.
Trend Summary
Wes has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
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International Variants
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Famous people named Wes
Wes Anderson is an American filmmaker known for his distinctive visual and narrative style in films such as 'The Grand Budapest Hotel'.
Wes Craven was an American film director and writer, best known for creating the 'A Nightmare on Elm Street' and 'Scream' franchises.
Wes Welker is a former American football wide receiver who played in the NFL and is known for his time with the New England Patriots.
Fictional characters named Wes
Wes is a character in the video game series 'Street Fighter', known for his martial arts skills and competitive nature.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Wes was first seen in the United States in 1880. Wes has ranked as high as #1020 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Illinois, and Massachusetts. In the past 5 years the name Wes has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Wes (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 41 | |
| NY | 35 | |
| TX | 25 | |
| FL | 17 | |
| MN | 15 | |
| WI | 14 | |
| OH | 12 | |
| MA | 11 | |
| MI | 9 | |
| PA | 9 | |
| ID | 9 | |
| NC | 9 | |
| UT | 9 | |
| AZ | 8 | |
| GA | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 5 |
| 1884 | 7 |
| 1886 | 5 |
| 1887 | 6 |
| 1912 | 5 |
| 1913 | 5 |
| 1914 | 9 |
| 1920 | 6 |
| 1921 | 6 |
| 1922 | 5 |
| 1924 | 6 |
| 1926 | 6 |
| 1928 | 5 |
| 1929 | 5 |
| 1931 | 5 |
| 1933 | 6 |
| 1934 | 7 |
| 1935 | 9 |
| 1937 | 6 |
| 1938 | 6 |
| 1939 | 12 |
| 1941 | 9 |
| 1942 | 6 |
| 1943 | 19 |
| 1944 | 14 |
| 1945 | 22 |
| 1946 | 21 |
| 1947 | 30 |
| 1948 | 22 |
| 1949 | 17 |
| 1950 | 15 |
| 1951 | 26 |
| 1952 | 24 |
| 1953 | 33 |
| 1954 | 29 |
| 1955 | 38 |
| 1956 | 34 |
| 1957 | 69 |
| 1958 | 96 |
| 1959 | 121 |
| 1960 | 138 |
| 1961 | 131 |
| 1962 | 130 |
| 1963 | 155 |
| 1964 | 127 |
| 1965 | 100 |
| 1966 | 95 |
| 1967 | 75 |
| 1968 | 76 |
| 1969 | 83 |
| 1970 | 87 |
| 1971 | 83 |
| 1972 | 66 |
| 1973 | 38 |
| 1974 | 45 |
| 1975 | 36 |
| 1976 | 39 |
| 1977 | 67 |
| 1978 | 53 |
| 1979 | 57 |
| 1980 | 52 |
| 1981 | 40 |
| 1982 | 44 |
| 1983 | 45 |
| 1984 | 36 |
| 1985 | 40 |
| 1986 | 45 |
| 1987 | 29 |
| 1988 | 31 |
| 1989 | 30 |
| 1990 | 35 |
| 1991 | 26 |
| 1992 | 22 |
| 1993 | 20 |
| 1994 | 18 |
| 1995 | 21 |
| 1996 | 21 |
| 1997 | 18 |
| 1998 | 28 |
| 1999 | 19 |
| 2000 | 26 |
| 2001 | 33 |
| 2002 | 33 |
| 2003 | 37 |
| 2004 | 39 |
| 2005 | 49 |
| 2006 | 66 |
| 2007 | 56 |
| 2008 | 75 |
| 2009 | 66 |
| 2010 | 84 |
| 2011 | 83 |
| 2012 | 94 |
| 2013 | 122 |
| 2014 | 122 |
| 2015 | 143 |
| 2016 | 160 |
| 2017 | 180 |
| 2018 | 191 |
| 2019 | 217 |
| 2020 | 216 |
| 2021 | 268 |
| 2022 | 315 |
| 2023 | 310 |
| 2024 | 345 |