All about the name

Wessen

Male

« Wessen is a rare German given name derived from 'wesi' meaning 'west' and 'manna', signifying 'person'. Traditionally used as a surname, it has begun to appear more frequently as a boy's first name. The name carries a strong, masculine aura with its robust, double-syllable structure and German heritage. »

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Meaning, origin, history

Wessen is a unique and distinctive given name of German origin, derived from the Germanic words 'wesi' meaning 'west' and 'manna' signifying 'person'. It was traditionally used as a patronymic surname, but in recent times has begun to appear more frequently as a first name for boys. The name Wessen carries a strong, masculine aura with its robust, double-syllable structure and German heritage.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Wessen since 1880

Total births
5
Total since 1880
Peak year
2016
5 births
in 2016
5
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
-100%
vs previous 5 years