Westin Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Westin is an English name with Old English roots, meaning 'western town or settlement'. It has evolved through various forms and gained popularity in recent years as a trendy name. It carries traits of adventure and modernity, with no biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Westin"
Pronunciation
/ˈwɛstɪn/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Westin derives from the Old English word 'west', meaning 'from the west' or 'western'. It is often associated with geographical location.
Meaning
Western town or settlement
Language Evolution
Westin, Westen, Westin
Historical Usage
Westin has gained popularity in the 20th and 21st centuries as a modern name, often used as a surname and increasingly as a first name.
Variants & Derivatives
West, Wes, Wesley
Modern Popularity & Image
Westin is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with a sense of adventure and openness.
Famous People
Westin F. M. Smith, Westin A. H. Banks
📊 Westin Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Westin Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 474 peak births in 2023
Geographic Spread
Popular across 41 US states, with strongest presence in Arizona
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Westin"
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 "Westin"
"Westin" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1890th of 16616 | 600 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1132nd of 24088 | 2,303 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 733rd of 23106 | 4,112 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 21282nd of 30306 | 21 |
Regional Popularity of "Westin" by Generation for Male 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) |
51.02% 1880th/3685 |
- |
33.19% 1724th/5194 |
25.12% 1587th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
20.86% 956th/4582 |
39.35% 2032nd/5164 |
14.70% 1075th/7313 |
16.76% 1251st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
14.96% 596th/3984 |
22.62% 1015th/4487 |
10.44% 712th/6822 |
12.51% 785th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Westin" 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 "Westin"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Westin" 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 "Westin" in the United States
The name Westin is most popular in Arizona, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Westin has been too falling for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled 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, 'Westin' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1890th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1132nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 733rd out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 21282nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Westin' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.