Wiley vs Lyle

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Wiley

Boy #1,162 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"resolute, crafty"

Origin: Old English

English American

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Boy #1,021 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"the island, island dweller"

Origin: Norman French

Scottish American English

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Wiley Rank #1,162

Lyle Rank #1,021

Lyle is more popular, ranked #1021 vs #1162 for Wiley.

Is Wiley or Lyle more popular?

Lyle is more popular, ranked #1021 compared to Wiley at #1162 in the United States.

What do Wiley and Lyle mean?

Wiley means "resolute, crafty" (Old English origin). Lyle means "the island, island dweller" (Norman French origin).

Are Wiley and Lyle boy or girl names?

Wiley is primarily a boy name. Lyle is primarily a boy name.