Wiley vs Nova

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Wiley

Boy #1,162 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"resolute, crafty"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #1,180 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"new, young"

Origin: Latin

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Wiley Rank #1,162

Nova Rank #1,180

Wiley is more popular, ranked #1162 vs #1180 for Nova.

Is Wiley or Nova more popular?

Wiley is more popular, ranked #1162 compared to Nova at #1180 in the United States.

What do Wiley and Nova mean?

Wiley means "resolute, crafty" (Old English origin). Nova means "new, young" (Latin origin).

Are Wiley and Nova boy or girl names?

Wiley is primarily a boy name. Nova is primarily a boy name.