Wes

Meaning of Wes

Wes is often short for Wesley, meaning "western meadow."

Wes has English roots — browse every English baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Wes

Wes is more popular than ever, reaching a new high of #716 in 2025 from #981 in 2019.

Notable people named Wes

• Wes Anderson
  American film director, screenwriter
• Wes Craven
  American film director (horror)
• Wes Studi
  Cherokee American actor
• Wes Welker
  Former NFL wide receiver
• Wes Bentley
  American actor

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Questions about the name Wes

What does the name Wes mean?

Wes means wes is often short for wesley, meaning "western meadow.", and it comes from English origins.

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

Wes is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Wes?

In 2025, Wes ranked #716 for boys, up from #743 the year before.

When was Wes most popular?

Wes peaked at #716 in 2025.