gender neutral
Wylie
tricky, well-fortified
About Wylie
This spirited name dances between playfulness and sophistication, offering parents a delightful option that defies easy categorization. The double syllable creates a bouncy, energetic feel suitable for an adventurous youngster while maintaining enough substance for adult professional life. Historical roots provide depth without weighing down its breezy, contemporary sound. The spelling adds visual interest and distinguishes it from more common variations, ensuring individuality. Families seeking names that suggest both intelligence and approachability find this selection particularly appealing. It complements various surname styles and middle name combinations, demonstrating remarkable versatility. The name suggests someone quick-thinking, charming, and resourceful—qualities most parents hope to nurture in their children.
Popularity of the Name Wylie
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | |
|---|---|
| 1880 | #570 |
| 1881 | #593 |
| 1882 | #753 |
| 1883 | #643 |
| 1884 | #662 |
| 1885 | #546 |
| 1886 | #539 |
| 1887 | #460 |
| 1888 | #579 |
| 1889 | #627 |
| 1890 | #737 |
| 1892 | #952 |
| 1893 | #766 |
| 1894 | #565 |
| 1895 | #490 |
| 1896 | #639 |
| 1897 | #650 |
| 1898 | #609 |
| 1900 | #621 |
| 1902 | #791 |
| 1904 | #964 |
| 1905 | #614 |
| 1907 | #863 |
| 1908 | #612 |
| 1909 | #573 |
| 1910 | #754 |
| 1911 | #757 |
| 1912 | #917 |
| 1913 | #834 |
| 1914 | #869 |
| 1915 | #856 |
| 1916 | #891 |
| 1917 | #899 |
| 1918 | #893 |
| 1919 | #849 |
| 1920 | #864 |
| 1922 | #976 |
| 1923 | #922 |
| 1924 | #808 |
| 1925 | #915 |
| 1927 | #981 |
| 1929 | #825 |
| 1930 | #891 |
| 1931 | #909 |
| 1932 | #835 |
| 1934 | #887 |
| 1935 | #797 |
| 1936 | #815 |
| 1937 | #868 |
| 1938 | #851 |
| 1939 | #887 |
| 1940 | #903 |
| 1941 | #846 |
| 1942 | #969 |
| 1943 | #942 |
| 1944 | #917 |
| 1945 | #898 |
| 1947 | #966 |
Top names by country: United States
Variations of Name Wylie
Names Similar to Wylie
Nicknames for Wylie
- Wyl
- Wy
- Lee
- Wiley
Famous People Named Wylie
| Wylie Dufresne | American chef and restaurateur |
| Wylie Gustafson | American musician and yodeler |
| Wylie Innis | Trinidadian soccer player |
| Wylie Buzza | Australian rules footballer |
| Wylie Quinn Annarose Anderson | Daughter of actress Pink and motocross racer Carey Hart |
| Wylie Burke | American bioethicist and academic |
| Wylie Draper | American actor and singer |
| Wylie Mitchell | American mixed martial artist |
| Wylie W. Vale | American neuroscientist |
| Wylie Wong | American journalist and author |
| Wylie Adams | Canadian ice hockey player |
| Wylie Cameron Grant | Son of actor Hugh Grant |
| Wylie Crawford | American rower |
| Wylie Durfey | American alpine skier |
| Wylie Feaster | American tennis player |
| Wylie McBride | Canadian politician |
| Wylie Ridley | Canadian figure skater |
| Wylie Rogers | American basketball player |
| Wylie Stecklow | American attorney |
Characters Named Wylie
| Wylie Coyote | Looney Tunes character known for his pursuit of the Road Runner |
| Wylie Wasserman | Character from the novel "A Wolf Story" |
| Wylie Poots | Character from the TV show "Glee" |
| Wylie Ryan | Character from the novel "Wylie" |
| Wylie Burp | Character from the animated TV series "Fievel's American Tails" |
| Wylie Times | Character from the movie "Blood Sucking Bastards" |
| Wylie Blake | Character from the TV show "Little Men" |