Westley
Westley is a boy name of English origin meaning “From the west meadow”, pronounced WEST-lee. It ranked #619 in the United States in 2025, given to 453 babies, and peaked at #562 in 1988. Common nicknames: Wes, West, Lee.
How popular is Westley 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 Westley mean, and where does it come from?
Westley is a spelling of Wesley — Old English west and leah, the western meadow — and the form William Goldman chose for the farm boy in The Princess Bride, which is how most American parents meet it. The records hold it from 1887 and it entered the top thousand in 1892, well before the book, carried by Methodist families honouring John Wesley. It is rising again now, with the film's fortieth anniversary approaching and Wesley itself out of the top three hundred.
How is Westley used around the world?
Westley is used in 1 languages worldwide.
TypeMale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Westley?
Famous People Named Westley
- Westley — the farm boy hero of The Princess Bride
- Wesley Snipes — American actor, in the usual spelling
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Westley mean?
Westley is a boy name of English origin meaning "From the west meadow." Westley is a spelling of Wesley — Old English west and leah, the western meadow — and the form William Goldman chose for the farm boy in The Princess Bride, which is how most American parents meet it. The records hold it from 1887 and it entered the top thousand in 1892, well before the book, carried by Methodist families honouring John Wesley.
How do you pronounce Westley?
Westley is pronounced WEST-lee. Common variations include Wesley, Westly, Wesleigh.
Is Westley a boy name?
Yes, Westley is traditionally a boy name. Popular nicknames include Wes, West, Lee.