Wes
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Western meadow, from the west
Origin: English (diminutive)
Popularity: Ranked #716 in 2025 with 376 babies born.
History: Wes surged in the 2020s as an ultra-short name. Wes Anderson makes the most visually perfect films in American cinema. Wes Craven created Nightmare on Elm Street. Wes Montgomery revolutionized jazz guitar. Three letters covering art films, horror, and jazz. Wes means American creative genius in shorthand.
Name length: 3 letters
How common is Wes? About 1 in 8,852 babies born in 2025 were named Wes, or roughly 1 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Wes
What does the name Wes mean?
Wes means “Western meadow, from the west” from English (diminutive) roots.
What is the origin of the name Wes?
Wes has English (diminutive) origin. The traditional meaning is “Western meadow, from the west”.
How popular is Wes?
Wes ranked #715 in 2025 — given to 376 babies that year.
When was Wes most popular?
Wes peaked in 2025 with 376 babies registered that year.
Is Wes a boy or girl name?
Wes is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Wess in registered births are male.
Is the name Wes rising or falling in popularity?
Wes has risen 272 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #987 in 2020 to #715 in 2025.
How long has Wes been recorded?
Wes appears in birth records across 106 years — from 1880 through 2025.