The name Wiley is a girl's name meaning "resolute protection; from Wylye".

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The Wylie spelling (with that feminine Y) is much more common among girls than Wiley, but both have been climbing the ranks. Could Wiley be the next Riley?

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The name Wiley peaked for girls at #3554 in 1926. The name is most popular in WILEY. Wiley is occasionally used for boys in 2024.

The name Wiley is a boy's name of Scottish origin meaning "resolute protection; from Wylye".

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Wiley is a perfectly appropriate way to spell the Scottish name also known as Wylie. Given all the babies named William and Liam today, Wiley or Wylie can be a wonderful variation that's more distinctive but still honors Grandpa Bill. Wiley might also be considered an Attitude Name, given that its other meaning lends it a lot of sass.

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The name Wiley is currently ranked #998 in U.S. births. and peaked for boys at #150 in 1882. It is currently rising in popularity. The name is most popular in WILEY, WILEY, and WILEY. Wiley is occasionally used for girls in 2024.

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