Weston
Weston first appears in US records in 1882. It peaked in 2025, when 5,482 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 5,482.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Weston popular?
Near its peak Weston is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.
| 2020s | 25,855 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 28,812 | |
| 2000s | 7,991 | |
| 1990s | 6,107 | |
| 1980s | 3,402 | |
| 1970s | 1,113 | |
| 1960s | 515 | |
| 1950s | 431 | |
| 1940s | 374 | |
| 1930s | 384 | |
| 1920s | 470 | |
| 1910s | 351 | |
| 1900s | 57 | |
| 1890s | 33 | |
| 1880s | 12 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Weston mean?
An English place name, “western town or settlement.”
Nicknames for Weston
- Wes
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Weston mean?
Weston means West town. An English place name, “western town or settlement.”
What is the origin of the name Weston?
Weston is of English origin.
How do you pronounce Weston?
Weston is pronounced “WES-tun.”
Is Weston a boy or a girl name?
Weston is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Weston a popular name right now?
Weston is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.
How popular is the name Weston?
In 2025, Weston ranked #55 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Weston most popular?
Weston was most popular in 2025, when about 5,482 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What are common nicknames for Weston?
Common nicknames for Weston include Wes.
What names are similar to Weston?
Names similar to Weston include Grayson, Hudson, Carson, Easton.
What names go well with Weston?
English names that pair well with Weston include Dorothy, Nancy, Edward, Joan, Mason.