Wylee Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationWYE-lee / /ˈwaɪli/English; Variant of Wiley
Meaning
English: meadow near a stream; Variant of Wiley: resolute protector
Historical & Cultural Background
Wylee is a modern variation of the name Wiley, which has English origins. The name Wiley itself is derived from a surname that was used to denote someone who lived near a meadow by a stream. The name has gained popularity in recent years as a unique alternative to more traditional names. Its usage has been particularly noted in the United States.
Trend Summary
Wylee has seen a rise in popularity in the United States over the past decade.
Similar Names
Variants
- Wiley
- Wylie
International Variants
- Wylie (English)
Famous people named Wylee
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Wylee was first seen in the United States in 1979. Wylee has ranked as high as #1332 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Wylee has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Wylee
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1997 | 12 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2002 | 10 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2004 | 15 |
| 2005 | 17 |
| 2006 | 13 |
| 2007 | 11 |
| 2008 | 16 |
| 2009 | 11 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2011 | 12 |
| 2012 | 16 |
| 2013 | 27 |
| 2014 | 18 |
| 2015 | 15 |
| 2016 | 26 |
| 2017 | 22 |
| 2018 | 25 |
| 2019 | 14 |
| 2020 | 18 |
| 2021 | 19 |
| 2022 | 20 |
| 2023 | 18 |
| 2024 | 28 |