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Jethro vs Wiley

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jethro

Boy #1,082 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"his excellence, his preeminence"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew English Christian British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,082
Total SSA Count
201
Syllables
2
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

Jethro Rank #1,082
Wiley Rank #1,162

Jethro is more popular, ranked #1082 vs #1162 for Wiley.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jethro or Wiley more popular?

Jethro is more popular, ranked #1082 compared to Wiley at #1162 in the United States.

What do Jethro and Wiley mean?

Jethro means "his excellence, his preeminence" (Hebrew origin). Wiley means "resolute, crafty" (Old English origin).

Are Jethro and Wiley boy or girl names?

Jethro is primarily a boy name. Wiley is primarily a boy name.

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