| Meaning | western settlement |
| Origin | English, Modern |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 6 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Wes-ten |
Adventurous and open-hearted, Westen embodies the pioneering spirit and endless horizons of American frontier imagery. This name has a casual confidence, a laid-back swagger that never crosses into arrogance. The directional reference gives it geographical personality while the spelling variation provides distinction from more common alternatives. Westen appeals to families who value independence, exploration, and a certain rugged individualism tempered with friendliness. It's a name that suggests someone who charts their own course while remaining down-to-earth and approachable. The two syllables provide good balance—substantial enough to have presence, concise enough to be practical. This choice works especially well for families in western regions or those who simply love the imagery and values associated with that direction. Westen carries a contemporary, slightly informal feel that suits modern parenting philosophies emphasizing authenticity and individual expression.
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| Westen Anderson | Actor |
| Westen Hughes | Musician |
| Westen Smith | Athlete |
| Westen Johnson | Author |
| Westen Lee | Artist |
| Westen Davis | Politician |
| Westen White | Entrepreneur |
| Westen Martin | Scientist |
| Westen Wright | Philanthropist |
| Westen Turner | Journalist |
| Westen Mitchell | Explorer |
| Westen Scott | Director |
| Westen Clark | Chef |
| Westen Walker | Fashion Designer |
| Westen Adams | Historian |
| Westen Parker | Lawyer |
| Westen Morgan | Poet |
| Westen Bennett | Singer |
| Westen Green | Environmental Activist |
| Westen Reed | Film Producer |
| Westen Hartfield | Character in a Fantasy Novel |
| Westen Rivers | Hero in a Sci-Fi Movie |
| Westen Greyson | Main Character in a Mystery Book Series |
| Westen Smithers | Villain in a Action-Adventure Video Game |
| Westen Steele | Spy in a Thriller Film |
| Westen Tanner | Wizard in a Fantasy Game |
| Westen Morgan | Space Explorer in a Sci-Fi TV Show |
| Westen Brooks | Detective in a Crime Drama Series |
| Westen Cooper | Time Traveler in a Science-Fiction Book |
| Westen Dunn | Robot Character in an Animated Film |
| Westen Wallace | Heroic Figure in a Superhero Comic |
| Westen Foster | Magician in a Fantasy Novel |
| Westen Blake | Pirate in a Adventure Story |
| Westen Palmer | Character in a Romantic Drama Movie |
| Westen Knight | Knight in a Fantasy Adventure Game |
| Westen Archer | Archer in a Historical Fiction |
| Westen Reed | Wizard in a Fantasy Series |
| Westen Wilson | Character in a Comedy TV Show |
| Westen Clarke | Character in a Psychological Thriller |
| Westen Roberts | Robot in a Sci-Fi Animation |