Names related to Wesley: Wes, Westley

Wesley

Pronunciation: WEHS-lee, WEHZ-lee (key)

Origin of the name Wesley:

Transferred use of the surname taken from the place-name Westley which is derived from the Old English elements west (west) and lēah (wood, clearing, meadow). The surname has the definition "dweller near the western wood or clearing." Var: Wesly, Westly, Wezley. Short: Wes.

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My husband and I named our first son Wesley. We had three choices: Wesley, Aidan, and Garrett. At his birth, we decided on Wesley and so far, we've received a lot of positive comments. It is uncommon and Wes is a great nickname. It suits him perfectly!

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John Wesley, founder of the Methodist Church
Charles Wesley, great hymnwriter
Wesley "Two Scoops" Berry, contender from the original "American Gladiators."

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Wesley Crusher from Star Trek
Westley, from "The Princess Bride"

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