Wiley
Gender: Mostly Boy
Meaning: Resolute protector, determined guardian
Origin: Germanic/English
Popularity: Ranked #1226 in 2025 with 165 babies born.
History: Wiley surged in the 2020s. Wiley Post was a legendary American aviator — the first to fly solo around the world. The frontier associations run deep. Wiley means American aviation courage.
Similar names: wil, will, willa, willie, willy, widley, wild, willoh
Name length: 5 letters
How common is Wiley? About 1 in 17,705 babies born in 2025 were named Wiley, or roughly 0.5 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Wiley
What does the name Wiley mean?
Wiley means “Resolute protector, determined guardian” from Germanic/English roots.
What is the origin of the name Wiley?
Wiley has Germanic/English origin. The traditional meaning is “Resolute protector, determined guardian”.
How popular is Wiley?
Wiley ranked #1222 in 2025 — given to 165 babies that year.
When was Wiley most popular?
Wiley peaked in 1921 with 304 babies registered that year.
Is Wiley a boy or girl name?
Wiley is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Wileys in registered births are male.
Is the name Wiley rising or falling in popularity?
Wiley has risen 4499 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #5721 in 2020 to #1222 in 2025.
How long has Wiley been recorded?
Wiley appears in birth records across 146 years — from 1880 through 2025.