Wes Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Wes is an English name derived from the Old English name Wesley, meaning 'western meadow.' It has evolved from Wesley to its current form. The name is linked to a friendly and approachable image and gained popularity in the 20th century. It has no significant biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Wes"
Pronunciation
/wɛs/
Origin
English
Etymology
Wes is a short form of the name Wesley, which means 'western meadow' in Old English.
Meaning
western meadow
Language Evolution
Wesley, Wes
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Wesley, Weston, Wessie
Modern Popularity & Image
Wes is often seen as a friendly and approachable name, commonly associated with a casual and laid-back personality.
Famous People
Wes Anderson - American filmmaker, Wes Craven - American filmmaker, Wes Welker - American football player
📊 Wes Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Wes Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 345 peak births in 2024
Geographic Spread
Popular across 36 US states, with strongest presence in Utah
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Wes"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Wes"
"Wes" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 4399th of 7545 | 48 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2837th of 6773 | 131 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 917th of 7552 | 1,256 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 993rd of 10718 | 1,052 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2129th of 16616 | 503 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2311th of 24088 | 806 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 990th of 23106 | 2,589 |
Regional Popularity of "Wes" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
37.09% 826th/2227 |
51.77% 1258th/2430 |
37.36% 1066th/2853 |
22.81% 633rd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
35.55% 1044th/2937 |
63.82% 2223rd/3483 |
31.44% 1106th/3518 |
21.39% 865th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
64.56% 2379th/3685 |
- |
44.36% 2304th/5194 |
37.53% 2371st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
71.85% 3292nd/4582 |
40.38% 2085th/5164 |
40.76% 2981st/7313 |
29.09% 2171st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
23.85% 950th/3984 |
17.00% 763rd/4487 |
18.53% 1264th/6822 |
14.07% 883rd/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Wes" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Wes"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Wes" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Wes" in the United States
The name Wes is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Wes has been too falling for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, too falling for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Wes' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4399th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2837th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 917th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 993rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2129th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2311th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 990th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Wes' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.