Wily

Wily Meaning & Origin

About Wily
The name "Wily" is of English origin and is derived from the word "wily," which means cunning, sly, or crafty. It is typically used as a given name for boys. People with this name are often seen as clever and resourceful, possessing a sharp intellect and the ability to navigate tricky situations with ease. The name "Wily" carries connotations of astuteness and strategic thinking.

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Gender Distribution

Most individuals with the name Wily are male.

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Pronunciation

πŸ“‡ Metaphone
AL
πŸ—½ NYSIIS
WA
πŸ”Š Soundex
W040
🎡 Syllabic Pronunciation
W AY1 L IY0
🌐 IPA
/ˈwaΙͺli/
πŸ”Š Double Metaphone
('AL', 'FL')
🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
W400

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Wily in Braille

Here's how to represent Wily in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.

The name Wily in braille

How to Spell the Name Wily in American Sign Language (ASL)

The image below shows how you can spell Wily using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.

The name Wily in sign language

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