Wiley vs Elmer

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Wiley

Boy #1,162 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"resolute, crafty"

Origin: Old English

English American

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Boy #1,169 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"noble and famous"

Origin: Old English

American English

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Wiley Rank #1,162

Elmer Rank #1,169

Wiley is more popular, ranked #1162 vs #1169 for Elmer.

Is Wiley or Elmer more popular?

Wiley is more popular, ranked #1162 compared to Elmer at #1169 in the United States.

What do Wiley and Elmer mean?

Wiley means "resolute, crafty" (Old English origin). Elmer means "noble and famous" (Old English origin).

Are Wiley and Elmer boy or girl names?

Wiley is primarily a boy name. Elmer is primarily a boy name.