Weston
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Western town or settlement
Origin: Old English
Popularity: Ranked #55 in 2025 with 5,482 babies born.
History: Weston is an English place name and surname meaning western town, from the Old English 'west' and 'tun' (settlement). It became used as a given name in the United States during the 19th and 20th centuries. It fits into the popular trend of using English surname-place names as first names and has a strong, classic American feel.
Name length: 6 letters
How common is Weston? About 1 in 606 babies born in 2025 were named Weston, or roughly 15 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Weston
What does the name Weston mean?
Weston means “Western town or settlement” from Old English roots.
What is the origin of the name Weston?
Weston has Old English origin. The traditional meaning is “Western town or settlement”.
How popular is Weston?
Weston ranked #55 in 2025 — given to 5,482 babies that year.
When was Weston most popular?
Weston peaked in 2025 with 5,482 babies registered that year.
Is Weston a boy or girl name?
Weston is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Westons in registered births are male.
Is the name Weston rising or falling in popularity?
Weston has risen 12313 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #12368 in 2020 to #55 in 2025.
How long has Weston been recorded?
Weston appears in birth records across 131 years — from 1882 through 2025.