The name Wesley is derived from the Anglo-Saxon surname “ウエスト” (West), meaning “western person” or “dweller in the west.” It is associated with the prominent Methodist movement, founded by John, Charles, and Samuel Wesley. Wesleyan institutions, such as the Wesley Theological Seminary and Wesleyan University, have played a significant role in education and theology, while Wesleyan theology emphasizes sanctification, grace, and the role of reason in religious experience. The name Wesley remains connected to various entities named after or related to Methodism, reflecting the movement’s lasting influence on Christianity and beyond.