Kyle
Boy / Girl name · 9,871 babies recorded · 1974–2025
From the Gaelic *caol* meaning "narrow" or "slender," Kyle originally described a strait or channel—the Kyle of Lochalsh in the Highlands is a direct place-name connection. The name became popular in the 1990s thanks to figures such as American actor Kyle MacLachlan (*Twin Peaks*) and NASCAR driver Kyle Busch. A short, strong name with Celtic roots, Kyle also appears as a surname and has been used for both boys and girls, though in Scotland it remains predominantly masculine. The name's simplicity and land-linked meaning give it a enduring appeal.
Boy 52 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 2003479 babies
- Latest (2025)
- #21919 babies
- Total births
- 9,868since 1974
- 5-year trend
- ▼ 65%vs prior 5y
Girl 1 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 19873 babies
- Latest (1987)
- #5823 babies
- Total births
- 3since 1987
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y