Wessie
Girl nameWessie has been given to 371 babies in the U.S. since 1889. It peaked in 1918.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
371
Peak year
1918 (21 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1889
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Wessie — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Wessie.
Sibling name ideas for Wessie
Same era and popularity as Wessie, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Wessie?
Wessie has been given to 371 babies in the U.S. since 1889. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Wessie peak?
Wessie peaked in 1918, when 21 babies were given the name.
Is Wessie a girl or boy name?
Wessie is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Wessie are girls).
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