Westen signifies 'western town'or 'one who lived to the west of the village. 'It originated as a topographic name for someone who lived to the west of a settlement or a habitational name for one who had migrated from further west. Over time, the use of the name has remained relatively consistent, though variations in spelling like "Westen " and "Weston" have been observed. The name is important because it reflects the historical migration patterns and geographical locations of early Anglo-Saxon settlers.
