Wylie Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationWYE-lee / /ˈwaɪli/Scottish; English
Meaning
Scottish: crafty; English: from the willow tree
Historical & Cultural Background
Wylie is derived from the Scottish surname, which is a diminutive of the name 'William.' It has been used as a given name since the 19th century. The name is associated with qualities of cleverness and adaptability, reflecting its meaning. In English contexts, it can also be linked to nature through its association with willow trees.
Trend Summary
Wylie has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over the past two decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Wylie
- Wylly
International Variants
- Wylie (English)
Famous people named Wylie
Wylie Dufresne is an American chef known for his innovative approach to molecular gastronomy.
Wylie Gustafson is an American cowboy singer and songwriter, recognized for his contributions to country music.
Fictional characters named Wylie
Wylie is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball,' known for his quirky personality.
Wylie is a character in the book series 'The Wylie House' by author J. M. McCarthy, where he plays a significant role in the storyline.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Wylie was first seen in the United States in 1880. Wylie has ranked as high as #1198 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in Texas, South Carolina, Georgia, California, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Wylie has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Wylie (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 14 | |
| FL | 13 | |
| OK | 10 | |
| GA | 10 | |
| CA | 9 | |
| OH | 8 | |
| TN | 8 | |
| NC | 7 | |
| SC | 6 | |
| IL | 5 | |
| KY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 12 |
| 1881 | 10 |
| 1882 | 8 |
| 1883 | 10 |
| 1884 | 10 |
| 1885 | 13 |
| 1886 | 13 |
| 1887 | 15 |
| 1888 | 13 |
| 1889 | 11 |
| 1890 | 9 |
| 1891 | 5 |
| 1892 | 7 |
| 1893 | 9 |
| 1894 | 14 |
| 1895 | 18 |
| 1896 | 13 |
| 1897 | 12 |
| 1898 | 14 |
| 1900 | 17 |
| 1902 | 10 |
| 1903 | 7 |
| 1904 | 8 |
| 1905 | 16 |
| 1906 | 6 |
| 1907 | 11 |
| 1908 | 19 |
| 1909 | 22 |
| 1910 | 17 |
| 1911 | 19 |
| 1912 | 25 |
| 1913 | 34 |
| 1914 | 40 |
| 1915 | 53 |
| 1916 | 50 |
| 1917 | 51 |
| 1918 | 56 |
| 1919 | 61 |
| 1920 | 63 |
| 1921 | 49 |
| 1922 | 53 |
| 1923 | 56 |
| 1924 | 71 |
| 1925 | 55 |
| 1926 | 47 |
| 1927 | 52 |
| 1928 | 40 |
| 1929 | 63 |
| 1930 | 56 |
| 1931 | 51 |
| 1932 | 59 |
| 1933 | 38 |
| 1934 | 51 |
| 1935 | 61 |
| 1936 | 57 |
| 1937 | 51 |
| 1938 | 54 |
| 1939 | 50 |
| 1940 | 50 |
| 1941 | 57 |
| 1942 | 48 |
| 1943 | 51 |
| 1944 | 49 |
| 1945 | 51 |
| 1946 | 39 |
| 1947 | 55 |
| 1948 | 44 |
| 1949 | 37 |
| 1950 | 46 |
| 1951 | 39 |
| 1952 | 39 |
| 1953 | 44 |
| 1954 | 32 |
| 1955 | 47 |
| 1956 | 42 |
| 1957 | 36 |
| 1958 | 27 |
| 1959 | 33 |
| 1960 | 30 |
| 1961 | 37 |
| 1962 | 31 |
| 1963 | 38 |
| 1964 | 22 |
| 1965 | 32 |
| 1966 | 44 |
| 1967 | 29 |
| 1968 | 27 |
| 1969 | 27 |
| 1970 | 32 |
| 1971 | 42 |
| 1972 | 39 |
| 1973 | 26 |
| 1974 | 23 |
| 1975 | 35 |
| 1976 | 17 |
| 1977 | 31 |
| 1978 | 26 |
| 1979 | 21 |
| 1980 | 34 |
| 1981 | 23 |
| 1982 | 15 |
| 1983 | 23 |
| 1984 | 29 |
| 1985 | 23 |
| 1986 | 25 |
| 1987 | 30 |
| 1988 | 30 |
| 1989 | 20 |
| 1990 | 28 |
| 1991 | 20 |
| 1992 | 29 |
| 1993 | 30 |
| 1994 | 21 |
| 1995 | 28 |
| 1996 | 40 |
| 1997 | 29 |
| 1998 | 42 |
| 1999 | 39 |
| 2000 | 45 |
| 2001 | 41 |
| 2002 | 46 |
| 2003 | 48 |
| 2004 | 46 |
| 2005 | 48 |
| 2006 | 70 |
| 2007 | 55 |
| 2008 | 77 |
| 2009 | 69 |
| 2010 | 73 |
| 2011 | 64 |
| 2012 | 85 |
| 2013 | 77 |
| 2014 | 88 |
| 2015 | 75 |
| 2016 | 98 |
| 2017 | 117 |
| 2018 | 103 |
| 2019 | 93 |
| 2020 | 82 |
| 2021 | 148 |
| 2022 | 126 |
| 2023 | 112 |
| 2024 | 162 |