gender neutral
Weston
western town, from the western town
About Weston
Geographic sophistication characterizes this handsome name, suggesting wide-open spaces and pioneering spirit. Weston combines preppy polish with rugged Americana, creating a versatile identity that works coast to coast. The name feels both established and fresh, with historical roots that don't weigh it down with stuffiness. Its two-syllable structure provides substantial presence without becoming cumbersome, while the strong consonants create a confident, masculine sound. Weston translates well into various nickname options—West, Wes—each carrying its own distinct flavor. The name suits both boardrooms and baseball fields, adapting to context while maintaining its essential character. Parents drawn to Weston often appreciate its blend of traditional respectability and contemporary edge, along with its subtle nod to American heritage and adventure.
Popularity of the Name Weston
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1882 | #832 | |||
| 1896 | #822 | |||
| 1898 | #995 | |||
| 1902 | #926 | |||
| 1904 | #963 | |||
| 1908 | #945 | |||
| 1910 | #924 | |||
| 1914 | #868 | |||
| 1915 | #960 | |||
| 1916 | #982 | |||
| 1917 | #908 | |||
| 1918 | #963 | |||
| 1919 | #831 | |||
| 1920 | #939 | |||
| 1923 | #845 | |||
| 1927 | #989 | |||
| 1934 | #969 | |||
| 1937 | #893 | |||
| 1940 | #918 | |||
| 1957 | #964 | |||
| 1967 | #899 | |||
| 1968 | #937 | |||
| 1969 | #942 | |||
| 1971 | #900 | |||
| 1972 | #867 | |||
| 1973 | #923 | |||
| 1975 | #874 | |||
| 1976 | #710 | |||
| 1977 | #646 | |||
| 1978 | #662 | |||
| 1979 | #652 | |||
| 1980 | #618 | |||
| 1981 | #568 | |||
| 1982 | #489 | |||
| 1983 | #483 | |||
| 1984 | #462 | |||
| 1985 | #469 | |||
| 1986 | #456 | |||
| 1987 | #445 | |||
| 1988 | #431 | |||
| 1989 | #435 | |||
| 1990 | #398 | |||
| 1991 | #347 | #898 | ||
| 1992 | #373 | |||
| 1993 | #410 | |||
| 1994 | #364 | #906 | ||
| 1995 | #389 | |||
| 1996 | #379 | #822 | ||
| 1997 | #401 | |||
| 1998 | #415 | |||
| 1999 | #399 | |||
| 2000 | #397 | #703 | ||
| 2001 | #412 | |||
| 2002 | #381 | #950 | ||
| 2003 | #407 | |||
| 2004 | #381 | |||
| 2005 | #388 | #699 | ||
| 2006 | #376 | #768 | ||
| 2007 | #368 | #638 | ||
| 2008 | #323 | #584 | ||
| 2009 | #268 | #428 | ||
| 2010 | #225 | #320 | ||
| 2011 | #204 | #322 | ||
| 2012 | #171 | #395 | #215 | |
| 2013 | #163 | #194 | ||
| 2014 | #136 | #177 | ||
| 2015 | #120 | #138 | ||
| 2016 | #121 | #167 | ||
| 2017 | #109 | #132 | ||
| 2018 | #102 | #435 | #125 | |
| 2019 | #104 | #398 | #123 | |
| 2020 | #104 | #698 | #122 | |
| 2021 | #95 | #115 | ||
| 2022 | #82 | #100 | ||
| 2023 | #75 | #108 | ||
| 2024 | #70 | #76 | ||
| 2025 | #55 | #475 | #71 |
Top names by country: United States · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Weston
Names Similar to Weston
Nicknames for Weston
- Wes
- West
- Ton
- Westy
Famous People Named Weston
| Weston Coppola Cage | American actor and musician |
| Weston Peick | American professional motocross rider |
| Weston Dressler | Canadian football wide receiver |
| Weston Richburg | American football player |
| Weston Davis | British Olympic rower |
| Weston Simonis | American musician and guitarist |
| Weston Martyr | British actor and writer |
| Weston Ochse | American author and military veteran |
| Weston Blakesley | Australian rugby league player |
| Weston Adamson | American basketball player |
| Weston Dombroski | American film producer |
| Weston Gosa | American reality TV personality |
| Weston Hall | English cricketer |
| Weston Kopetsky | American missing person |
| Weston Tardy | American photographer |
| Weston McKennie | American chess player |
| Weston Steelhammer | American football player |
| Weston Sprott | American trombonist |
Characters Named Weston
| Weston Bingham | Character from the "Mind the Gap" comic series |
| Weston Cage | Character in the "Inception" film |
| Weston St. John | Character from the "Shadowland" book series |
| Weston Stratford | Character in the "Boy Meets World" TV show |
| Weston Raiken | Character from the "Saga" comic series |
| Weston Trager | Character in the "Sons of Anarchy" TV show |
| Weston Cole | Character from the "Insidious" film series |
| Weston Kent | Character in the "A Series of Unfortunate Events" book series |
| Weston Thomas | Character from the "Coldheart Canyon" novel |
| Weston Dalton | Character in the "Princess Protection Program" film |
| Weston Carlisle | Character from the "Full Throttle" video game |
| Weston Gardiner | Character in the "Veronica Mars" TV show |
| Weston Blackwood | Character from the "Blackwood" book series |
| Weston Elliott | Character in the "The Perfectionists" book series |
| Weston Rivers | Character from the "Burn for Burn" book series |
| Weston Cain | Character in the "The Wicked King" book |
| Weston Whitman | Character from the "Hush, Hush" book series |
| Weston Gates | Character in the "The Fosters" TV show |
| Weston DeWitt | Character from the "The Merciless" book series |
| Weston Sherwood | Character in the "After We Collided" film |