Wesam Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationWEH-sam / /ˈwɛsæm/Arabic; English
Meaning
Arabic: 'gift'; English: diminutive of Wesley
Historical & Cultural Background
Wesam is primarily of Arabic origin, where it is commonly used as a male name meaning 'gift'. In English-speaking countries, it may be considered a variant or diminutive of the name Wesley, which has Old English roots meaning 'western meadow'. The name has gained popularity in various cultures, reflecting a blend of traditional and modern influences.
Trend Summary
Wesam has seen moderate usage in various regions, particularly among Arabic-speaking populations.
Similar Names
Variants
- Wes
- Wesley
International Variants
- Wesley (English)
- Wesam (Arabic)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Wesam was first seen in the United States in 1976. Wesam has ranked as high as #1373 nationally, which occurred in 2014, and has been most popular in New York, Ohio, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Wesam has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Wesam (2016)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1977 | 7 |
| 1978 | 8 |
| 1979 | 9 |
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1989 | 10 |
| 1990 | 9 |
| 1991 | 12 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1993 | 10 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1997 | 10 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2000 | 12 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2002 | 10 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2004 | 15 |
| 2005 | 8 |
| 2008 | 10 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2011 | 10 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2013 | 8 |
| 2014 | 22 |
| 2015 | 15 |
| 2016 | 22 |
| 2017 | 14 |
| 2018 | 9 |
| 2019 | 11 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2024 | 6 |