Wesley Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Wesley Name at a Glance

Name	Wesley
Meaning	From the west meadow. John and Charles Wesley were the founders of Methodism.
Origin	English
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Wesley Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Wesley means “From the west meadow. John and Charles Wesley were the founders of Methodism”. 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.

Wesley Name Origin

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

Is Wesley a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Wesley

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