Wes Name Meaning & Origin
/Wess/Name Origin
Wes is commonly a short form of the name Wesley, which originates from Old English. It combines 'west' (meaning the direction) with 'leah' (meaning clearing or meadow), thus meaning 'western meadow' or 'from the western clearing.' It has been used as a given name since the 19th century, especially in English-speaking countries.
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American (Anglo-American) 85% -
British (Anglo-British) 10% -
Australian (Anglo-Australian) 5%
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Name Details
- First Name: Wes
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Male
Famous People Named Wes
Famous people named Wes include Wes Anderson, an American film director; Wes Montgomery, an influential American jazz guitarist; and Wes Bentley, an American actor.
Popularity Trend
Growth of the name Wes in the US (SSA Data):
Wes Numerology
Soul Urge Number: 11
People with this name tend to be: Intuitive, spiritual and illuminating (Master Number).