Ira vs Wiley

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ira

Boy #978 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"city of God (alternate interpretation)"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Jewish American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#978
Total SSA Count
230
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Wiley

Boy #1,162 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"resolute, crafty"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,162
Total SSA Count
180
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Ira Rank #978
Wiley Rank #1,162

Ira is more popular, ranked #978 vs #1162 for Wiley.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ira or Wiley more popular?

Ira is more popular, ranked #978 compared to Wiley at #1162 in the United States.

What do Ira and Wiley mean?

Ira means "city of God (alternate interpretation)" (Hebrew origin). Wiley means "resolute, crafty" (Old English origin).

Are Ira and Wiley boy or girl names?

Ira is primarily a boy name. Wiley is primarily a boy name.

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