Weston
Weston is an English surname-turned-first-name meaning 'from the western town' or 'west settlement.' It originated as a place name in Old English, combining 'west' and 'tun' (meaning town or enclosure).
Current Popularity
#70 for boys
in the United States (2024)
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Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce in English-speaking countries
- •Works well in professional settings as it transitions smoothly from childhood to adulthood
- •Part of the popular directional and place-name trend
- •The nickname 'Wes' provides a casual, friendly alternative
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Statistics
70,403
Total births since 1880
2024
Peak year
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