US Popularity:805
Origin:Gaelic
Meaning:narrow; strait; confidence; reliance; trust
Kyle is a gender-neutral place name rooted in the Gaelic word caol, meaning "slender" or "strait." Though long considered a description of Kyle of Lochalsh, Kyle may find more fitting origins in the ancient king, Coel Hen, who perished in the surrounding wilds. It's a fitting theory which instils the modern-sounding Kyle with a regal air and invigorating qualities. After all, staying within this newly claimed territory uncovers an alternative root in the Old Welsh coel, which means "confidence," "reliance," or "trust." So, whether your little one elects to stay on the straight and narrow or brave the untamed wilds, they can do blessed with absolute assurance.

Famous People Named Kyle

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  • Kyle Busch
    Race Car Driver
  • Kyle Chandler
    TV Actor
  • Kyle Dean Massey
    Broadway Actor
  • Kyle Lowry
    Basketball Player
  • Kyle Massey
    TV Actor
  • Kyle Silverstein
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Kyle Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Kyle is currently #218 on The Bump
Boy:Kyle is currently #123 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Kyle is currently #160 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Kyle is currently #805 in U.S. births
Boy:Kyle is currently #416 in U.S. births
Girl:Kyle is currently #4600 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
Gender:
Girl
#4600
in 2023
+ 799
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data
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