Wessley
Boy nameWessley has been given to 264 babies in the U.S. since 1926. It peaked in 1978.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
264
Peak year
1978 (11 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1926
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Wessley — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Wessley.
Sibling name ideas for Wessley
Same era and popularity as Wessley, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Wessley?
Wessley has been given to 264 babies in the U.S. since 1926. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Wessley peak?
Wessley peaked in 1978, when 11 babies were given the name.
Is Wessley a girl or boy name?
Wessley is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Wessley are boys).
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