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Wesley

Wesley is a boy name of English origin.

  • GenderBoy
  • OriginEnglish
  • StyleModern
  • Syllables2
  • US rank#95

How popular is Wesley?

Popularity in the United States

Wesley has been given to 226,139 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 2010s. It has held a steady level of use since.

About 1 in 438 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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Babies named Wesley per year in the United States, 1880–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in France

Wesley has been given to 5,520 babies in France since 1962, peaking in the 2000s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

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Babies named Wesley per year in France, 1962–2022. Source: INSEE
226,139 Babies named since 1880
2010s Peak decade
Steady Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Wesley

Is Wesley a boy's or a girl's name?

Wesley is most often given to boys.

How popular is the name Wesley?

Wesley has been given to 226,139 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 2010s. It has held a steady level of use since.