Wiley vs Bailey

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Wiley

Boy #1,162 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"resolute, crafty"

Origin: Old English

English American

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Boy #1,270 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"outer wall of a castle (bailey)"

Origin: Old French

English American Scottish

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Wiley Rank #1,162

Bailey Rank #1,270

Wiley is more popular, ranked #1162 vs #1270 for Bailey.

Is Wiley or Bailey more popular?

Wiley is more popular, ranked #1162 compared to Bailey at #1270 in the United States.

What do Wiley and Bailey mean?

Wiley means "resolute, crafty" (Old English origin). Bailey means "outer wall of a castle (bailey)" (Old French origin).

Are Wiley and Bailey boy or girl names?

Wiley is primarily a boy name. Bailey is primarily a boy name.