Western meadow
Derived from Old English elements meaning 'west' and 'leah' (meadow, clearing). It originally referred to a person living to the west of a particular field or settlement. The name gained significant popularity as a given name in honor of John Wesley, the founder of Methodism.
About 5,578 boys were named Wesley in 2025.
American actor and martial artist
English theologian and founder of Methodism
Ensign on the USS Enterprise-D · Star Trek: The Next Generation
NBA basketball player
Watcher and demon hunter · Buffy the Vampire Slayer
Retired US Army General and presidential candidate
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
The same feel as Wesley — far less common.
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