Wess
Boy nameWess has been given to 513 babies in the U.S. since 1883. It peaked in 1965. In 2025, about 1 in 213,510 boys was named Wess.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
513
Peak year
1965 (16 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1883
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Wess — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Wess.
Sibling name ideas for Wess
Same era and popularity as Wess, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Wess?
Wess has been given to 513 babies in the U.S. since 1883. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Wess peak?
Wess peaked in 1965, when 16 babies were given the name.
Is Wess a girl or boy name?
Wess is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Wess are boys).
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