Kross vs Wiley

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kross

Boy #1,317 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"cross, crossroads"

Origin: Old Norse/Latin

Cultural Roots

American Celebrity

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,317
Total SSA Count
148
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Kro, Kry, Krie

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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

Kross Rank #1,317
Wiley Rank #1,162

Wiley is more popular, ranked #1162 vs #1317 for Kross.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kross ___

  • Kross James
  • Kross Alexander
  • Kross Michael
  • Kross William
  • Kross David
  • Kross Anthony

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 Kross

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If you choose Wiley

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kross or Wiley more popular?

Wiley is more popular, ranked #1162 compared to Kross at #1317 in the United States.

What do Kross and Wiley mean?

Kross means "cross, crossroads" (Old Norse/Latin origin). Wiley means "resolute, crafty" (Old English origin).

Are Kross and Wiley boy or girl names?

Kross is primarily a boy name. Wiley is primarily a boy name.

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