Wesley
Male name · ★ Classic
91,749
Total Births
1977
Peak Year
#69
Rank 2023
1880
First Recorded
📋 About the Name Wesley
Wesley is a classic male name that has remained popular for over a century in the United States. With approximately 91,749 total births recorded since 1880, it is one of the most enduring American names. It peaked in popularity during the 1970s.
📊 Popularity by Decade
| 1880s | 2,507 births |
| 1890s | 3,104 births |
| 1900s | 3,745 births |
| 1910s | 5,049 births |
| 1920s | 6,194 births |
| 1930s | 4,989 births |
| 1940s | 5,201 births |
| 1950s | 7,328 births |
| 1960s | 7,466 births |
| 1970s | 9,239 births |
| 1980s | 12,117 births |
| 1990s | 10,968 births |
| 2000s | 7,551 births |
| 2010s | 4,075 births |
| 2020s | 2,216 births |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How popular is the name Wesley?
Wesley has been given to 91,749 babies in the United States since 1880. It peaked in popularity in 1977 with 1,701 births that year. In 2023, it ranked #69.
Is Wesley a boy or girl name?
Wesley is primarily used as a male name in the United States.
When was Wesley most popular?
Wesley was most popular in 1977, when 1,701 babies were given this name. The name has been consistently popular for over a century.
How old is the name Wesley?
Wesley first appeared in US records in 1880 (the earliest year in the dataset).