The Meaning of Webelos The word "Webelos" has a secret meaning for Cub Scouts and Webelos Scouts. The word comes from the beginning letters of the words "WE'LL BE LOYAL SCOUTS." The letters W, B and L in Webelos also signify the original Cub Scout den structure, which had included Wolf, Bear and Lion dens. (For information on what became of the Lion, visit the Scouting Traditions and History site). Read more...