Boys name · Iowa
Wesley in Iowa
Wesley was the 31st most popular boys name in Iowa in 2025, with 73 babies named Wesley that year. Since 1911, Iowa families have named 3,573 babies Wesley.
Popularity over time
Wesley in Iowa, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1911 | 5 | 124th |
| 1927 | 27 | 133rd |
| 1944 | 19 | 161st |
| 1960 | 41 | 118th |
| 1976 | 33 | 104th |
| 1992 | 33 | 110th |
| 2009 | 39 | 118th |
| 2025 | 73 | 31st |
Its rank among boys names in Iowa climbed from 124th in 1911 to 31st in 2025.
The most babies named Wesley in Iowa in a single year was 82, in 1977. Its best showing was 24th among boys names in 2024.
Across the country, Wesley reached its best rank of 6th in Maine (2025). See Wesley in every state →
How popular is Wesley in Iowa?
Wesley was the 31st most popular boys name in Iowa in 2025, with 73 babies named Wesley that year. Since 1911, Iowa families have named 3,573 babies Wesley.
How many babies are named Wesley in Iowa?
In 2025, 73 babies were named Wesley in Iowa. The most babies named Wesley in Iowa in a single year was 82, in 1977.
What is the rank of Wesley in Iowa?
Wesley ranked 31st among boys names in Iowa in 2025. Its best showing was 24th among boys names in 2024.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.