Wesley Koger

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Wesley Koger — English
156K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Wesley Koger is a name that combines English origins. The first name Wesley is a masculine given name of English origin. Wesley is a name with an Anglo-Saxon (Old English) etymology. It is derived from the surname "Westlēah". The "Wes" portion of the name refers to the cardinal direction "West"; the "ley" portion is from "lēah", meaning a field, pasture, meadow, or other clearing in a forest. Thus, the name's origin refers to a "western lēah," or a field to the west. The name was predominantly used as a surname until John Wesley, founder of the Methodist movement, inspired some parents to name their sons after him. The surname Koger: People with the surname Alan Koger (born 1987), American soccer player Ann Koger (born 1950), American tennis coach Dániel Kóger (born 1989), Hungarian ice hockey player Gregory Koger (born 1970s), American political scientist Jeremiah Koger, American football player Kevin Koger (born 1989), American football player Koger Center for the Arts, arts center in South Carolina, U.S. William Koger House (Smithsonia, Alabama), historic house in Alabama, U.S. William Koger House (Waxahachie, Texas), historic house in Texas, U.S. Wesley is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 156K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Wesley reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Wesley

English

Wesley is a name with an Anglo-Saxon (Old English) etymology. It is derived from the surname "Westlēah". The "Wes" portion of the name refers to the cardinal direction "West"; the "ley" portion is from "lēah", meaning a field, pasture, meadow, or other clearing in a forest. Thus, the name's origin refers to a "western lēah," or a field to the west. The name was predominantly used as a surname until John Wesley, founder of the Methodist movement, inspired some parents to name their sons after him.

Surname: Koger

English

People with the surname Alan Koger (born 1987), American soccer player Ann Koger (born 1950), American tennis coach Dániel Kóger (born 1989), Hungarian ice hockey player Gregory Koger (born 1970s), American political scientist Jeremiah Koger, American football player Kevin Koger (born 1989), American football player Koger Center for the Arts, arts center in South Carolina, U.S. William Koger House (Smithsonia, Alabama), historic house in Alabama, U.S. William Koger House (Waxahachie, Texas), historic house in Texas, U.S.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Wesley is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Wesley by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Wesley Koger

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Wesley Koger:

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

7
Personality Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Wesley?
The first name Wesley originates from English. Wesley is a name with an Anglo-Saxon (Old English) etymology. It is derived from the surname "Westlēah". The "Wes" portion of the name refers to the cardinal direction "West"; the "ley" portion is from "lēah", meaning a field, pasture, meadow, or other clearing in a forest. Thus, the name's origin refers to a "western lēah," or a field to the west. The name was predominantly used as a surname until John Wesley, founder of the Methodist movement, inspired some parents to name their sons after him.
When was Wesley most popular?
The name Wesley reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Koger?
The surname Koger originates from English. People with the surname Alan Koger (born 1987), American soccer player Ann Koger (born 1950), American tennis coach Dániel Kóger (born 1989), Hungarian ice hockey player Gregory Koger (born 1970s), American political scientist Jeremiah Koger, American football player Kevin Koger (born 1989), American football player Koger Center for the Arts, arts center in South Carolina, U.S. William Koger House (Smithsonia, Alabama), historic house in Alabama, U.S. William Koger House (Waxahachie, Texas), historic house in Texas, U.S.
How common is the surname Koger?
The surname Koger is shared by approximately 4K people worldwide.
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