Wiley vs Bernard

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Wiley

Boy #1,162 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"resolute, crafty"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #1,320 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"brave bear, strong as a bear"

Origin: Germanic

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Wiley Rank #1,162

Bernard Rank #1,320

Wiley is more popular, ranked #1162 vs #1320 for Bernard.

Is Wiley or Bernard more popular?

Wiley is more popular, ranked #1162 compared to Bernard at #1320 in the United States.

What do Wiley and Bernard mean?

Wiley means "resolute, crafty" (Old English origin). Bernard means "brave bear, strong as a bear" (Germanic origin).

Are Wiley and Bernard boy or girl names?

Wiley is primarily a boy name. Bernard is primarily a boy name.