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Jeffery vs Wiley

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jeffery

Boy #1,306 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"pledge of peace, divine peace"

Origin: Germanic via Old French

Cultural Roots

English American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,306
Total SSA Count
150
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

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Popularity Comparison

Jeffery Rank #1,306
Wiley Rank #1,162

Wiley is more popular, ranked #1162 vs #1306 for Jeffery.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jeffery or Wiley more popular?

Wiley is more popular, ranked #1162 compared to Jeffery at #1306 in the United States.

What do Jeffery and Wiley mean?

Jeffery means "pledge of peace, divine peace" (Germanic via Old French origin). Wiley means "resolute, crafty" (Old English origin).

Are Jeffery and Wiley boy or girl names?

Jeffery is primarily a boy name. Wiley is primarily a boy name.

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