Bernard vs Wiley

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bernard

Boy #1,320 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"brave bear, strong as a bear"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #1,162 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"resolute, crafty"

Origin: Old English

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Bernard Rank #1,320

Wiley Rank #1,162

Wiley is more popular, ranked #1162 vs #1320 for Bernard.

Is Bernard or Wiley more popular?

Wiley is more popular, ranked #1162 compared to Bernard at #1320 in the United States.

What do Bernard and Wiley mean?

Bernard means "brave bear, strong as a bear" (Germanic origin). Wiley means "resolute, crafty" (Old English origin).

Are Bernard and Wiley boy or girl names?

Bernard is primarily a boy name. Wiley is primarily a boy name.