Wiley Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationWYE-lee / /ˈwaɪli/English; Old English
Meaning
English: crafty; Old English: willow clearing
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Wiley has roots in Old English, where it is derived from the word for a willow clearing. It has been used as both a surname and a given name. The name gained popularity in the United States during the 19th century. It is often associated with qualities of cleverness and resourcefulness.
Trend Summary
Wiley has seen a steady presence in U.S. naming trends, with occasional peaks in popularity.
Similar Names
Variants
- Wylie
- Wylee
International Variants
- Wylie (Scottish)
- Wylie (English)
Famous people named Wiley
Wiley Post was an American aviator known for his pioneering solo flights around the world.
Wiley X is a well-known brand in the eyewear industry, particularly for safety glasses.
Wiley, the British rapper, is recognized for his influence in the grime music genre.
Wiley Blount Rutledge was an Associate Justice of the United States Supreme Court.
Fictional characters named Wiley
Wiley Coyote is a character from the Looney Tunes franchise known for his attempts to catch the Road Runner.
Wiley the Wolf is a character in the children's book series 'Wiley and the Hairy Man'.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Wiley was first seen in the United States in 1880. Wiley has ranked as high as #601 nationally, which occurred in 1921, and has been most popular in North Carolina, Georgia, Alabama, Texas, and Mississippi. In the past 5 years the name Wiley has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Wiley (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
GA | 18 | |
NC | 16 | |
TN | 13 | |
MO | 10 | |
OK | 9 | |
CA | 9 | |
TX | 8 | |
KY | 6 | |
FL | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 78 |
1881 | 76 |
1882 | 92 |
1883 | 72 |
1884 | 80 |
1885 | 76 |
1886 | 49 |
1887 | 66 |
1888 | 64 |
1889 | 73 |
1890 | 60 |
1891 | 51 |
1892 | 69 |
1893 | 50 |
1894 | 63 |
1895 | 61 |
1896 | 62 |
1897 | 59 |
1898 | 51 |
1899 | 50 |
1900 | 61 |
1901 | 64 |
1902 | 57 |
1903 | 52 |
1904 | 61 |
1905 | 52 |
1906 | 46 |
1907 | 58 |
1908 | 71 |
1909 | 68 |
1910 | 73 |
1911 | 74 |
1912 | 112 |
1913 | 156 |
1914 | 143 |
1915 | 212 |
1916 | 177 |
1917 | 255 |
1918 | 240 |
1919 | 234 |
1920 | 263 |
1921 | 304 |
1922 | 277 |
1923 | 290 |
1924 | 238 |
1925 | 245 |
1926 | 258 |
1927 | 253 |
1928 | 263 |
1929 | 230 |
1930 | 212 |
1931 | 227 |
1932 | 233 |
1933 | 216 |
1934 | 224 |
1935 | 286 |
1936 | 257 |
1937 | 222 |
1938 | 235 |
1939 | 208 |
1940 | 213 |
1941 | 222 |
1942 | 206 |
1943 | 225 |
1944 | 240 |
1945 | 193 |
1946 | 186 |
1947 | 229 |
1948 | 260 |
1949 | 205 |
1950 | 206 |
1951 | 176 |
1952 | 191 |
1953 | 191 |
1954 | 166 |
1955 | 171 |
1956 | 180 |
1957 | 168 |
1958 | 128 |
1959 | 158 |
1960 | 136 |
1961 | 119 |
1962 | 111 |
1963 | 125 |
1964 | 118 |
1965 | 125 |
1966 | 111 |
1967 | 116 |
1968 | 94 |
1969 | 92 |
1970 | 95 |
1971 | 95 |
1972 | 78 |
1973 | 68 |
1974 | 68 |
1975 | 49 |
1976 | 66 |
1977 | 64 |
1978 | 56 |
1979 | 61 |
1980 | 64 |
1981 | 53 |
1982 | 64 |
1983 | 38 |
1984 | 52 |
1985 | 63 |
1986 | 43 |
1987 | 41 |
1988 | 54 |
1989 | 56 |
1990 | 60 |
1991 | 66 |
1992 | 51 |
1993 | 52 |
1994 | 45 |
1995 | 45 |
1996 | 56 |
1997 | 54 |
1998 | 57 |
1999 | 48 |
2000 | 54 |
2001 | 61 |
2002 | 66 |
2003 | 77 |
2004 | 75 |
2005 | 87 |
2006 | 101 |
2007 | 77 |
2008 | 98 |
2009 | 99 |
2010 | 103 |
2011 | 87 |
2012 | 111 |
2013 | 117 |
2014 | 120 |
2015 | 135 |
2016 | 126 |
2017 | 122 |
2018 | 121 |
2019 | 157 |
2020 | 166 |
2021 | 197 |
2022 | 179 |
2023 | 186 |
2024 | 180 |