West
WEST
Popularity
#12042
Letters
4
Syllables
1
Origin
English
Total Births
3,550
Peak Year
#151 in 2024
First Recorded
1880
Style
Strong & Bold, Earthy & Bohemian
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
An English surname and geographical name indicating someone who lived west of a settlement or on a western-facing property.
Numerology
The Adventurer
Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.
Famous Namesakes
Kanye West
Influential rapper, producer, and fashion designer.
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