Wiley vs Ansel

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Wiley

Boy #1,162 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"resolute, crafty"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #1,290 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"divine protection"

Origin: Germanic

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Wiley Rank #1,162

Ansel Rank #1,290

Wiley is more popular, ranked #1162 vs #1290 for Ansel.

Is Wiley or Ansel more popular?

Wiley is more popular, ranked #1162 compared to Ansel at #1290 in the United States.

What do Wiley and Ansel mean?

Wiley means "resolute, crafty" (Old English origin). Ansel means "divine protection" (Germanic origin).

Are Wiley and Ansel boy or girl names?

Wiley is primarily a boy name. Ansel is primarily a boy name.