Wesson
Wesson: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈwɛsən/
Meaning and origin of Wesson
- A male given name.
Etymology
A patronymic surname from Wes + -son, literally son of Wes, the latter a diminutive of the male given name Wesley.
How popular is Wesson?
Since 1880, 5 girls and 3,219 boys in the U.S. have been named Wesson (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #17849 in 2019. Its highest rank for boys was #802 in 2021. In 2025 it ranked #919 for boys, with 257 babies given the name.
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Wesson FAQ
What does the name Wesson mean?
A male given name. A patronymic surname from Wes + -son, literally son of Wes, the latter a diminutive of the male given name Wesley.
How popular is the name Wesson?
Since 1880, 5 girls and 3,219 boys in the U.S. have been named Wesson (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #17849 in 2019. Its highest rank for boys was #802 in 2021. In 2025 it ranked #919 for boys, with 257 babies given the name.
Is Wesson a boy or girl name?
Wesson is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 5 girls and 3,219 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.