Weslyn
Weslyn is a girl name of English origin meaning “From the west meadow”, pronounced WEZ-lin. It ranked #4063 in the United States in 2025, given to 36 babies, and peaked at #2633 in 2017. Common nicknames: Wes, Lyn, Winnie.
How popular is Weslyn in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Weslyn mean, and where does it come from?
Weslyn is a modern American feminine form of Wesley, built with the -lyn ending that has been attached to almost every boys' name in the last forty years. Wesley itself is an English place name meaning the western meadow, and Wesleyan University and the Methodist church both carry it. The records hold Weslyn from 1986 and it has never reached the top thousand, which places it with Emberlyn, Braelynn and the other -lyn coinages that stay small.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Weslyn mean?
Weslyn is a girl name of English origin meaning "From the west meadow." Weslyn is a modern American feminine form of Wesley, built with the -lyn ending that has been attached to almost every boys' name in the last forty years. Wesley itself is an English place name meaning the western meadow, and Wesleyan University and the Methodist church both carry it.
How do you pronounce Weslyn?
Weslyn is pronounced WEZ-lin. Common variations include Weslynn, Wesslyn, Wesleigh.
Is Weslyn a girl name?
Yes, Weslyn is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Wes, Lyn, Winnie.