Wylie

Wylie is a male first name that can also appear in female form. It represents a variant of Wiley and has its roots in an old English, geographically oriented surname. This derives from the Old English terms wylig, meaning "willow tree," and lēah, which stands for "meadow, clearing." The name also refers to places such as the town of Willey or the river Wylye.

What does the name Wylie mean?

The first name Wylie, which is used for both men and women, is a variation of the name Wiley. It originates from an old English surname derived from the Old English words wylig, meaning "willow tree," and lēah, which denotes "meadow, clearing." Therefore, the meaning of the name Wylie can be interpreted as "the one from the willow clearing." A similar form is Whiley. Notable people with this name include American actress Wylie Anderson and American actor Wylie Draper († 1993).

Where does the name Wylie come from?

The name Wylie has Old English roots and is common in both male and female forms. Its meaning is "the one from the willow clearing."

How do you pronounce Wylie?

Wylie is pronounced like 'Waili.'

Popularity

In Germany, Wylie is a relatively rare name. In 2013, it ranked 3,619th on the list of the most common male first names. Between 2010 and 2024, the name Wylie was given less than 10 times in Germany, placing it at 9,082nd. In the last ten years, no child has been registered under this name.

Famous people

• Wylie Quinn Annarose Anderson (producer and actress)