Boys name · Tennessee
Wesley in Tennessee
Wesley was the 69th most popular boys name in Tennessee in 2025, with 123 babies named Wesley that year. Since 1910, Tennessee families have named 7,555 babies Wesley.
Popularity over time
Wesley in Tennessee, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 8 | 123rd |
| 1926 | 21 | 169th |
| 1943 | 35 | 148th |
| 1959 | 38 | 166th |
| 1976 | 91 | 70th |
| 1992 | 134 | 62nd |
| 2009 | 79 | 114th |
| 2025 | 123 | 69th |
Its rank among boys names in Tennessee climbed from 123rd in 1910 to 69th in 2025.
The most babies named Wesley in Tennessee in a single year was 158, in 1977. Its best showing was 45th 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 Tennessee?
Wesley was the 69th most popular boys name in Tennessee in 2025, with 123 babies named Wesley that year. Since 1910, Tennessee families have named 7,555 babies Wesley.
How many babies are named Wesley in Tennessee?
In 2025, 123 babies were named Wesley in Tennessee. The most babies named Wesley in Tennessee in a single year was 158, in 1977.
What is the rank of Wesley in Tennessee?
Wesley ranked 69th among boys names in Tennessee in 2025. Its best showing was 45th 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.