Wiley vs Gary

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Wiley

Boy #1,162 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"resolute, crafty"

Origin: Old English

English American

✓ All Clear

Boy #1,133 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"spear ruler"

Origin: Germanic

American English Irish

12 High Risk

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Wiley Rank #1,162

Gary Rank #1,133

Gary is more popular, ranked #1133 vs #1162 for Wiley.

Is Wiley or Gary more popular?

Gary is more popular, ranked #1133 compared to Wiley at #1162 in the United States.

What do Wiley and Gary mean?

Wiley means "resolute, crafty" (Old English origin). Gary means "spear ruler" (Germanic origin).

Are Wiley and Gary boy or girl names?

Wiley is primarily a boy name. Gary is primarily a boy name.