The name Wylie is typically Scottish and northern Irish in origin. It is derived as a pet name of the first name William. As an English name it is a variant spelling of the name Wiley. It is thought to mean "clever, crafty". William on the other hand is a very popular proper name which is of old Germanic origin. It is made up of the Germanic terms will meaning 'will', 'desire' plus the term helm 'helmet', 'protection'. This name became extremely popular in English after the Norman Conquest which took place in the year 1066 AD.
Some variations of the name Wylie would include the names Wiley, Wyly, Willie and Wye.
Places that share the name include a Wylie Township located in Minnesota; Wylie in Texas; Wylie Island; and Lake Wylie located in South Carolina.
Some variations of the name Wylie would include the names Wiley, Wyly, Willie and Wye.
Places that share the name include a Wylie Township located in Minnesota; Wylie in Texas; Wylie Island; and Lake Wylie located in South Carolina.