Kyle
Kyle is of Scottish Gaelic origin, derived from the word 'caol' meaning 'narrow' or 'strait,' originally referring to a narrow channel of water. It was used as a surname before becoming a popular given name in the English-speaking world.
Current Popularity
#439 for boys
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Very easy to spell and pronounce
- •Short, one-syllable name that works well with longer middle or last names
- •Popular in the 1980s-1990s, giving it a contemporary but familiar feel
- •Works well in both casual and professional settings
- •Multiple spelling variations exist
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Famous People
Kyle MacLachlan
Actor known for Twin Peaks
Kyle Chandler
Actor from Friday Night Lights
Kyle Busch
NASCAR racing driver
Kyle Lowry
NBA basketball player
Statistics
485,170
Total births since 1880
1990
Peak year
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