N
NamyLab

Westley

female
Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Western Meadow"

English surname-derived given name linked to place terminology, typically interpreted as a western meadow or clearing.

Themes:placenamemeadowwestenglish
NatureNaturalUniqueRare

Fact-checked by Sarah Mitchell

B.A. Journalism, Northwestern University10+ Years Parenting WritingMom of Three • Parenting Editor

This name has been verified against authoritative sources including SSA data, etymology databases, and cultural naming traditions.

Popularity History of Westley

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#17492Ranked in 2024

Loading chart...

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

Pick any SSA release year to inspect that year's national ranking and how it changed from the year before.

Selected Year Rank
#17492

Westley was nationally ranked in 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year
-6393

lower than 2023

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Westley Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Westley.

10 ideas
Wesie
Nickname
West
Nickname
wesy
Nickname
west
Nickname
wie
Nickname
wy
Nickname
wo
Nickname
tley
Nickname
leyy
Nickname
we
Nickname

Similar Names to Westley

female

Anna

AN-uh

“Grace; Favor”

#94
|Hebrew
female

Ashley

“Ash Tree Clearing”

#124
|English
female

Amanda

uh-MAN-duh

“Worthy of Love”

#496
|Latin
female

Amy

AY-mee

“Beloved”

#228
|French
female

Angela

AN-juh-luh

“Messenger; Angel”

#282
|Greek
female

Ann

“Grace, Favor”

#1141
|Hebrew
female

Amber

“Amber Resin”

#541
|Arabic
female

Annie

“Grace, Favor”

#191
|Hebrew
female

Ava

AY-vuh

“Birdlike; Life”

#9
|Germanic
female

Alyssa

uh-LIS-uh

“Rational; or Alyssum Flower”

#399
|Greek

Baby Name Lists That Include Westley

Browse every Namylab list page that currently includes Westley, from meaning and origin collections to letter, syllable, and themed baby name lists.

10 linked lists

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Westley mean?
Westley means "Western Meadow". English surname-derived given name linked to place terminology, typically interpreted as a western meadow or clearing.
What is the origin of Westley?
Westley is of English origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.
How popular is the name Westley?
According to the latest SSA data, Westley is currently ranked #17492 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.
Is Westley a girl name?
Westley is traditionally a girl name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.
What are good nicknames for Westley?
Popular nicknames for Westley include Wesie, West, wesy, west, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.
What names are similar to Westley?
There are many names similar to Westley in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginEnglish
Syllables2
Length7 letters
US Rank#17492
Trend↓ Falling
Starts withW

Sibling Ideas

Explore More Girl Names Like Westley

Westley has English roots, making it a wonderful choice if you love names from this heritage. Discover more options in our English baby names collection, where you'll find hundreds of names with similar cultural depth.

Westley appears in several of our curated collections. Check out Names That Mean Nature and Earth-Inspired Nature Names for more names with a similar feel. You might also enjoy browsing Unique Baby Names and Traditional English Names.

Before you decide, try our Full Name Preview to see how Westley pairs with your surname. The Sibling Name Matcher can help find names that complement Westley beautifully, and the Nickname Predictor reveals the most common short forms.

Explore our full baby name lists for origin-based, meaning-based, and themed collections, or head back to the baby name generator to continue your search.