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How interesting! I've only ever heard of the name being pronounced with a "soft s" sound, here in South Carolina (at least, where I am). In fact, I had no idea that other people pronounced it with a "z" at all! I don't think "redneck" when I hear the pronunciation 'Wezley," but moreso of a German accent (due to the fact that German pronounces "S" like the letter "Z" in English, I believe). I agree with your preference on the softer "S" pronunciation for Wesley, personally. Though, I guess I could also see it as "redneck" if I think about the (fairly redneck, imo!) nickname of "Weasel," lol. Thanks for telling me this info; I wonder how many people pronounce Wesley as "Wezley"!