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By Linda Rosenkrantz · Jul 2026

Wellesley

OriginEnglish
Meaning"the farm amonst the willows"
GenderGirl
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About Wellesley

The name Wellesley peaked for girls at #12126 in 2021. Wellesley is occasionally used for boys in 2025.

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  • Arthur Wellesley

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  • Wellesley College

    a private, women's, liberal,arts college

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  • Wells

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