Billy vs Wiley

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Billy

Boy #1,051 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"resolute protector"

Origin: Old German via Norman French

English American Australian Irish

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Boy #1,162 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"resolute, crafty"

Origin: Old English

English American

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Billy Rank #1,051

Wiley Rank #1,162

Billy is more popular, ranked #1051 vs #1162 for Wiley.

Is Billy or Wiley more popular?

Billy is more popular, ranked #1051 compared to Wiley at #1162 in the United States.

What do Billy and Wiley mean?

Billy means "resolute protector" (Old German via Norman French origin). Wiley means "resolute, crafty" (Old English origin).

Are Billy and Wiley boy or girl names?

Billy is primarily a boy name. Wiley is primarily a boy name.