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Current rank (2025)#8910
Babies named Wess in 20258
Total recorded513
Peak year1965 (16 babies)
Highest rank ever#779
Years in records1883–2025 (69 years of data)
Change over last 5 years↓ 66 spots

Frequently asked about Wess

What does the name Wess mean?
Wess means “Western meadow or west clearing” from Old English roots.
What is the origin of the name Wess?
Wess has Old English origin. The traditional meaning is “Western meadow or west clearing”.
How popular is Wess?
Wess ranked #8910 in 2025 — given to 8 babies that year.
When was Wess most popular?
Wess peaked in 1965 with 16 babies registered that year.
Is Wess a boy or girl name?
Wess is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Wesss in registered births are male.
Is the name Wess rising or falling in popularity?
Wess has fallen 66 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #8844 in 2020 to #8910 in 2025.
How long has Wess been recorded?
Wess appears in birth records across 69 years — from 1883 through 2025.

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