Weston

Meaning & Origin

Meaning: From the Western Town

Background: The name Weston originates from the Old English term 'wēsta,' meaning 'west,' combined with 'tun,' meaning 'town' or 'settlement.' This indicates a geographical connection, referring to a town or settlement located to the west.

At a glance

Quick stats based on the history of this name.

Lifetime rank
#394
Total births
70,515
Most popular decade
2020s (61,209 births)
10-year trend
↑ Rising (+66 ranks)
Years in Top 100
4
First recorded year
1882

Gender usage

99.8% male 0.2% female

Stats by gender

Male

First year
1882
First year births
7
First year rank
#754
Peak year
2024
Peak year births
4,660
Peak rank
#70
Most recent year
2024
Recent year births
4,660
Recent rank
#70

Female

First year
1986
First year births
9
First year rank
#7,132
Peak year
2023
Peak year births
13
Peak rank
#8,048
Most recent year
2024
Recent year births
13
Recent rank
#7,937

Births over time

Number of babies given this name each year.

Rank over time

Popularity rank by year (1 = most popular).

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