Amelia vs Wiley

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Amelia

Girl #3 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"work, industriousness"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3
Total SSA Count
12,740
Syllables
4
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Amy, Millie, Mel

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Wiley

Boy #1,162 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"resolute, crafty"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,162
Total SSA Count
180
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Wile

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Wiley Rank #1,162

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #1162 for Wiley.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Amelia ___

  • Amelia Rose
  • Amelia Grace
  • Amelia Jane
  • Amelia Kate
  • Amelia Anne
  • Amelia Louise

Wiley ___

  • Wiley James
  • Wiley Cole
  • Wiley Reed
  • Wiley Lane
  • Wiley Fox
  • Wiley Bear

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Wiley

Maverick Scout Sawyer Harper Lola

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Wiley more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Wiley at #1162 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Wiley mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Wiley means "resolute, crafty" (Old English origin).

Are Amelia and Wiley boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Wiley is primarily a boy name.

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