Wes
Wes: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /wษs/ ยท /wษz/
Meaning and origin of Wes
- A diminutive of the male given names Wesley and Weston.
How popular is Wes?
Since 1880, 6,786 boys in the U.S. have been named Wes. Its highest rank for boys was #630 in 1963. In 2025 it ranked #716 for boys, with 376 babies given the name.
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Wes FAQ
What does the name Wes mean?
A diminutive of the male given names Wesley and Weston.
How popular is the name Wes?
Since 1880, 6,786 boys in the U.S. have been named Wes. Its highest rank for boys was #630 in 1963. In 2025 it ranked #716 for boys, with 376 babies given the name.
Is Wes a boy or girl name?
Wes is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 6,786 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880โ2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.