Wes: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced WES · 1 syllable
A diminutive of the given names Wesley and Weston.
- Origin
- English
- Pronunciation
- WES
- US rank (2025)
- #715
- US babies a year
- about 331 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2020
- Style
- Rising
How popular is Wes?
Wes was the #715 name in the US in 2025, given to 376 babies. It’s rising: up 190% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #715 |
| Canada | #719 |
| Australia | #913 |
How old are people named Wes?
Half of US adults named Wes are older than 56; most are between 20 and 73. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
Names like Wes
Chosen by the same families or with a similar style and era.
Questions about Wes
How do you pronounce Wes?
Wes is pronounced WES.
How popular is the name Wes?
Wes was the #715 name in the US in 2025, given to 376 babies. It’s rising: up 190% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
How old are people named Wes?
Half of US adults named Wes are older than 56. Most are between 20 and 73.