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Wiley vs Harold

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Harold

Boy #991 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"army ruler, power of the army"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English Scandinavian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#991
Total SSA Count
227
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Wiley Rank #1,162
Harold Rank #991

Harold is more popular, ranked #991 vs #1162 for Wiley.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wiley or Harold more popular?

Harold is more popular, ranked #991 compared to Wiley at #1162 in the United States.

What do Wiley and Harold mean?

Wiley means "resolute, crafty" (Old English origin). Harold means "army ruler, power of the army" (Old English origin).

Are Wiley and Harold boy or girl names?

Wiley is primarily a boy name. Harold is primarily a boy name.

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