West Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

West Name at a Glance

Name	West
Meaning	West town. Surname.
Origin	English
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name West Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, West means “West town. Surname”. 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.

West Name Origin

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

Is West a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name West

When considering West for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.