gender neutral
West
western, westerner
About West
Picture a name that evokes wide-open spaces, adventure, and limitless possibility. West captures the essence of exploration and independence in just four letters. It's a modern choice that feels both grounded and aspirational, perfect for parents seeking something short, memorable, and rich with symbolism. The directional reference gives it a unique quality that stands out without trying too hard. West pairs effortlessly with longer middle names and surnames while maintaining its strong, standalone presence. It's the kind of name that grows seamlessly from childhood through adulthood, never feeling too young or too old.
Popularity of the Name West
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | |
|---|---|
| 1880 | #523 |
| 1881 | #458 |
| 1882 | #610 |
| 1883 | #594 |
| 1884 | #432 |
| 1885 | #638 |
| 1886 | #396 |
| 1887 | #677 |
| 1888 | #607 |
| 1889 | #875 |
| 1890 | #564 |
| 1891 | #562 |
| 1892 | #639 |
| 1893 | #649 |
| 1894 | #783 |
| 1895 | #680 |
| 1896 | #721 |
| 1897 | #848 |
| 1898 | #541 |
| 1899 | #851 |
| 1900 | #736 |
| 1901 | #679 |
| 1902 | #682 |
| 1903 | #842 |
| 1904 | #684 |
| 1905 | #697 |
| 1906 | #923 |
| 1907 | #812 |
| 1909 | #889 |
| 1910 | #706 |
| 1911 | #922 |
| 1913 | #949 |
Top names by country: United States
Variations of Name West
Names Similar to West
Nicknames for West
- Wes
- Westie
Famous People Named West
| West Anderson | American film director |
| West Fraser | Canadian artist |
| West Hamlin | American football player |
| West Hesmert | Danish racing driver |
| West Horace | British army officer |
| West Lawson | Australian politician |
| West Reed | American journalist |
| West Robinson | Canadian politician |
| West Scott | British explorer |
| West Taylor | Australian actor |
| West Wallace | Scottish painter |
| West Watson | American lawyer |
| West Wilson | New Zealand cricketer |
| West Young | Irish soccer player |
Characters Named West
| West Anderson | Character in a mystery novel |
| West Cooper | Hero in a science fiction series |
| West Dixon | Detective in a crime thriller |
| West Flynn | Adventurous character in a fantasy story |
| West Greene | Spy protagonist in a spy thriller |
| West Harrison | Main character in a drama series |
| West Jackson | Young wizard in a magical adventure book |
| West Knightley | Fictional knight in a historical novel |
| West Mason | Protagonist in a coming-of-age novel |
| West Parker | Superhero in a comic book series |
| West Rivers | Pirate captain in an adventure tale |
| West Sawyer | Explorer in a wilderness adventure story |
| West Sterling | Time-traveling protagonist in a science fiction book |
| West Turner | Investigator in a crime series |