Welles Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Welles Name at a Glance

Name	Welles
Meaning	Lives by the spring.
Origin	English
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Welles Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Welles means “Lives by the spring”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Welles Name Origin

Our database records Welles under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Welles a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Welles is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Welles

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