Rising since 1987, #1,235 for boys today.
Popularity of Westen since 1980
Babies named Westen per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 45 |
| 1990s | 105 |
| 2000s | 266 |
| 2010s | 749 |
| 2020s | 742 |
Meaning & origin
Westen is a surname-style given name that has been in use since at least 1980. As of 2025, it ranks 1,235 nationally, with 1 in every 10,544 boys receiving the name. Its popularity has been rising since 1987, and it reached its peak rank in 2025. The name is most common in states like Mississippi, Missouri, and Oklahoma, reflecting a concentration in the southern and midwestern U.S. Westen fits well with contemporary trends favoring 'western' and 'place' names, offering a distinctive yet accessible option.
Westen is likely a variant of the English surname and place name Weston, derived from Old English 'west' (west) and 'tun' (enclosure, settlement). It emerged as a given name in the late 20th century, part of the trend of using surnames as first names. Its usage has been steadily rising since the 1980s.
Where Westen is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Wes, West
Sibling names for Westen
Names that share Westen's style, for a brother or sister.
