Wiley vs Meryl

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Wiley

Girl #5,573 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"resolute protector, war-high"

Origin: Old English

American English Australian

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Girl #5,487 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bright sea, shining pool"

Origin: Celtic/Welsh

Welsh English American

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Wiley Rank #5,573

Meryl Rank #5,487

Meryl is more popular, ranked #5487 vs #5573 for Wiley.

Is Wiley or Meryl more popular?

Meryl is more popular, ranked #5487 compared to Wiley at #5573 in the United States.

What do Wiley and Meryl mean?

Wiley means "resolute protector, war-high" (Old English origin). Meryl means "bright sea, shining pool" (Celtic/Welsh origin).

Are Wiley and Meryl boy or girl names?

Wiley is primarily a girl name. Meryl is primarily a girl name.