Welles Name meanings & History

The name Welles means "lives near the spring". It is a variant of the name Wells, which was derived from the Old English word "wiell" meaning spring. Transferred use of the surname Welles. The name Welles is most commonly used as a first name for boys. It is a strong, powerful name that is well-suited to parents looking for a unique and uncommon name for their child.

Zodiac Sign of Welles: Willful Leo

Synonyms of Welles:

W: Wonderment,Willful,Wishful,Wonderful,Wild

E: Enliven,Environment,Entertain,Exaggerate,Enlighten,Expressive

L: Lazy,Legal,Lover,Lovely,Liaison,Luscious,Languid

S: Solidity,Sensuality,Security,Sex,Social Standing,Status,Success

Welles is:

• a Boring name
• a Comedic name
• a Rough name

Famous People

The most famous person with the name Welles is Orson Welles, the American actor, writer and director known for his work in film, theater, and radio. Other famous people with the name Welles include Welles Crowther, the 9/11 hero, and Welles Hartley, an American rower and three-time Olympic gold medalist.