Boys name · Kentucky
Wesley in Kentucky
Wesley was the 61st most popular boys name in Kentucky in 2025, with 72 babies named Wesley that year. Since 1910, Kentucky families have named 5,511 babies Wesley.
Popularity over time
Wesley in Kentucky, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 8 | 124th |
| 1926 | 23 | 169th |
| 1943 | 31 | 155th |
| 1959 | 30 | 177th |
| 1976 | 77 | 73rd |
| 1992 | 79 | 74th |
| 2009 | 54 | 116th |
| 2025 | 72 | 61st |
Its rank among boys names in Kentucky climbed from 124th in 1910 to 61st in 2025.
The most babies named Wesley in Kentucky in a single year was 158, in 1977. Its best showing was 46th among boys names in 1977.
Across the country, Wesley reached its best rank of 6th in Maine (2025). See Wesley in every state →
How popular is Wesley in Kentucky?
Wesley was the 61st most popular boys name in Kentucky in 2025, with 72 babies named Wesley that year. Since 1910, Kentucky families have named 5,511 babies Wesley.
How many babies are named Wesley in Kentucky?
In 2025, 72 babies were named Wesley in Kentucky. The most babies named Wesley in Kentucky in a single year was 158, in 1977.
What is the rank of Wesley in Kentucky?
Wesley ranked 61st among boys names in Kentucky in 2025. Its best showing was 46th among boys names in 1977.
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.