Westin
Westin is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Western town or settlement.
Origin and history
Westin originated as an English surname, derived from a place name meaning 'west town' or 'western settlement'. While historically a surname, it gained popularity as a masculine given name in the United States in the early 21st century. It offers a contemporary alternative to modern surname-names like Weston.
Popularity in the United States
7,414 babies in the United States have been named Westin since 1880. It ranks #1406 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #652.
States where it is most popular
- TX (13.8 %)
- CA (10.1 %)
- OH (5.2 %)
- FL (5.1 %)
- PA (4.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 206 |
| 1990-2000 | 601 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,279 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,898 |
| 2020-2029 | 2,430 |
Nicknames
Wes
Fun facts
- Westin is a spelling variant of the traditional English place name and surname Weston.
- The name experienced a notable rise in popularity in the United States during the 2010s and 2020s.