Boys name · Nebraska
Wesley in Nebraska
Wesley was the 17th most popular boys name in Nebraska in 2025, with 60 babies named Wesley that year. Since 1911, Nebraska families have named 2,230 babies Wesley.
Popularity over time
Wesley in Nebraska, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1911 | 7 | 73rd |
| 1927 | 27 | 99th |
| 1944 | 8 | 193rd |
| 1960 | 22 | 123rd |
| 1976 | 10 | 155th |
| 1992 | 13 | 142nd |
| 2009 | 19 | 164th |
| 2025 | 60 | 17th |
Its rank among boys names in Nebraska climbed from 73rd in 1911 to 17th in 2025.
The most babies named Wesley in Nebraska in a single year was 60, in 2025. Its best showing was 17th among boys names in 2025.
Across the country, Wesley reached its best rank of 6th in Maine (2025). See Wesley in every state →
How popular is Wesley in Nebraska?
Wesley was the 17th most popular boys name in Nebraska in 2025, with 60 babies named Wesley that year. Since 1911, Nebraska families have named 2,230 babies Wesley.
How many babies are named Wesley in Nebraska?
In 2025, 60 babies were named Wesley in Nebraska. The most babies named Wesley in Nebraska in a single year was 60, in 2025.
What is the rank of Wesley in Nebraska?
Wesley ranked 17th among boys names in Nebraska in 2025. Its best showing was 17th among boys names in 2025.
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.