Why West Rocks?

What secrets hide behind “West” that makes it rock? Your first name is more than just a name!

The name “West” is of English origin. It’s a name commonly given to boys.

Your name in reverse order is “Tsew.” A random rearrangement of the letters in your name (anagram) will give ‘Swet.’ How do you pronounce that?

Short Story About a Name

Secret Meaning of West

The true meaning of ‘West’ cannot be described with just a few words. Your name is your destiny, heart’s desire, and personality. West is a name that denotes you are the foundation of society. Your good sense of structure makes you an excellent organizer and manager of any enterprise. You are also stable, disciplined, practical, reliable, hard-working, and frugal. Being impulsive is not your style. You think things through carefully before embarking on a course of action. Turning ideas to reality is one of your best traits.

Your heart’s desire is an adventure! Freedom is essential to your happiness. Traveling, meeting new friends, and getting new experience can add variety to your life. You are no stranger to change – you embrace it. Your sharp mind makes you curious about many things. You may find it difficult to commit. You want to jump from one project to another.

When people hear the name West, they perceive you as someone who is strong and powerful. The raw power you radiate to others makes you look confident and intimidating at the same time. It requires some convincing before you join a worthy cause. You tend to be egocentric. Sometimes people think you are wealthy, even if you’re not.

Willing, active, and versatile are some of the words that describe you. You don't care much about the reason. You are friendly and like meeting and talking to people. You actually can attract, influence, and inspire people. Try to take advantage of your creativity.

Your most likely vocation: engineer, educator, businessman, farmer, scientist, manufacturer, professor, legal practitioner, keeper of stores, builder.

Lucky colors: All shades of gray and bright blues

Lucky gem(s): Sapphire

Lucky day(s): Thursday

Lucky botanicals: Lesser celandine, sage, spinach, wintergreen, medlar

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Is The Name West Popular?

“West” is not a popular baby boy’s name in California as reported in the 1999 U.S. Social Security Administration data (ssa.gov). Imagine that, only seven babies in California have the same name as you in 1999. A total of only 22 babies also bear the same first name during that year in the U.S. From 1880 to 2023, the highest recorded use of this name was in 2022 with a total of 130 babies.

Since 1880 up to 2023, the name “West” was recorded 3,399 times in the SSA public database. Using the UN World Population Prospects for 2023, that’s more than enough Wests to occupy the country of Niue with an estimated population of 1,935.

The name first appeared in the year 1880 and given to 13 newborn babies. (See FAQ)

Unfortunately, it seems like this name is unpopular.

For the past seven decades (1954 to 2023), the name “West” was recorded 2,179 times in the SSA database.

What’s Next?

Now you know why your first name rocks. Time to show your creativity! Try exploring the names of everyone you know including friends, cousins, neighbors, classmates, co-workers, or your pets. Even your favorite anime, TV, or movie characters. Remember, this is purely just for fun.

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