Westen Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationWES-ten / ˈwɛs.tənEnglish; German
Meaning
English: from the western town; German: western
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Westen is derived from the Old English word 'west', referring to the direction. It has been used as a surname and a given name in various cultures. In modern times, it has gained popularity as a first name in English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
Westen has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Weston
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Westen was first seen in the United States in 1980. Westen has ranked as high as #1226 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in Texas, Ohio, Florida, California, and Missouri. In the past 5 years the name Westen has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Westen (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| OH | 11 | |
| FL | 10 | |
| GA | 7 | |
| LA | 6 | |
| NY | 6 | |
| AZ | 5 | |
| VA | 5 | |
| PA | 5 | |
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1990 | 12 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1993 | 8 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1995 | 17 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 12 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 17 |
| 2000 | 21 |
| 2001 | 17 |
| 2002 | 18 |
| 2003 | 21 |
| 2004 | 16 |
| 2005 | 23 |
| 2006 | 21 |
| 2007 | 35 |
| 2008 | 41 |
| 2009 | 53 |
| 2010 | 69 |
| 2011 | 63 |
| 2012 | 85 |
| 2013 | 93 |
| 2014 | 75 |
| 2015 | 78 |
| 2016 | 62 |
| 2017 | 77 |
| 2018 | 73 |
| 2019 | 74 |
| 2020 | 81 |
| 2021 | 125 |
| 2022 | 123 |
| 2023 | 117 |
| 2024 | 134 |