Skylar
Skylar is a Dutch-origin name meaning 'scholar' or 'sheltering', derived from the surname Schuyler. It has a modern, nature-inspired feel due to its association with the word 'sky', giving it an airy, free-spirited quality.
Current Popularity
#134 for girls
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Multiple spelling variations exist (Skyler, Schuyler)
- •Originally a unisex name, now used for both boys and girls
- •Easy to pronounce and spell in most English-speaking countries
- •Has grown significantly in popularity since the 1990s
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Statistics
85,585
Total births since 1880
2015
Peak year
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