Wesley

Wesley is a name of English origin that has been in use since the 18th century. It is derived from the Old English words "west", meaning "west", and "leah", meaning "meadow". The name was originally used as a surname, but it gained popularity as a given name in the 19th century. Wesley has been a consistently popular name in the United States, ranking in the top 200 names for boys for over a century. Notable individuals with the name Wesley include theologian John Wesley, actor Wesley Snipes, and musician Wesley Schultz of the band The Lumineers.

Wesley rank report (US ranking for newborns 2021)

• Rank 80. Jameson
• Rank 81. Ian
• Rank 82. Everett
• Rank 83. Greyson
• Rank 84. Wesley
• Rank 85. Jeremiah
• Rank 86. Hunter
• Rank 87. Leonardo
• Rank 88. Jordan

Nicknames for Wesley

Wes	wɛs	A shortened version of the name Wesley.
Lee	li	A nickname that comes from the middle name of Wesley.
Wez	wɛz	A variant of the nickname Wes.
West	wɛst	A nickname that is derived from the first syllable of the name Wesley.

Famous people named Wesley

Wesley Snipes	Actor	Known for his roles in movies such as Blade, White Men Can't Jump, and Demolition Man.
Wesley Clark	Military General	Retired US Army General and former NATO Supreme Allied Commander.
Wesley Willis	Musician	American singer-songwriter and musician known for his unique style of music.
Wesley Matthews	Basketball Player	Professional basketball player who has played for several NBA teams including the Portland Trail Blazers and the Dallas Mavericks.
Wesley Johnson	Basketball Player	Professional basketball player who has played for several NBA teams including the Los Angeles Lakers and the New Orleans Pelicans.
Wesley Sneijder	Football Player	Retired Dutch professional footballer who played for several clubs including Ajax, Real Madrid, and Inter Milan.
Wesley Schultz	Musician	Lead vocalist and guitarist of the American folk rock band The Lumineers.
John Wesley	Theologian	Founder of the Methodist movement and an influential preacher and theologian.
Wesley Ruggles	Film Director	American film director who directed several notable films during the Golden Age of Hollywood.
Wesley So	Chess Player	Filipino-American chess grandmaster and former World Chess Champion.

Fictional character called Wesley from pop culture

Wesley Crusher	Star Trek: The Next Generation	A young prodigy and officer aboard the USS Enterprise-D
Wesley Wyndam-Pryce	Buffy the Vampire Slayer	A former Watcher turned demon hunter and member of Angel Investigations
Wesley Gibson	Wanted	A young man who discovers he is the son of an assassin and joins a secret society of killers
Wesley Snipes	Actor	An American actor known for his roles in action films such as Blade and Passenger 57
Wesley Dodds	DC Comics	The original Sandman, a vigilante who fought crime in the 1940s
Wesley "The Dread Pirate Roberts	The Princess Bride	A legendary pirate who is actually a series of individuals who take on the name
Wesley Gibson	Wanted	A young man who discovers he is the son of an assassin and joins a secret society of killers
Wesley Collins	Power Rangers Time Force	The Red Time Force Ranger, leader of the Time Force Power Rangers team
Wesley "Two Scoops" Berry	Survivor	A contestant on Survivor: Ghost Island known for his love of ice cream
Wesley	Angel	A rogue demon hunter who becomes a member of Angel Investigations

Frequently Asked Questions about Wesley

What is the origin of the name Wesley?	The name Wesley is of English origin.
What does the name Wesley mean?	The name Wesley means "western meadow" or "western clearing".
Is Wesley a popular name?	Yes, Wesley has been a popular name in the United States since the 19th century.
What are some famous people named Wesley?	Some famous people named Wesley include Wesley Snipes, Wesley Clark, and John Wesley, the founder of Methodism.
Is Wesley a unisex name?	Wesley is primarily a masculine name, but it can also be used as a feminine name.
What are some similar names to Wesley?	Similar names to Wesley include Westley, Lesley, and Presley.
What are some nicknames for Wesley?	Common nicknames for Wesley include Wes and Lee.