Kyle
k(y)-le
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 BuschRace Car Driver
- Kyle ChandlerTV Actor
- Kyle Dean MasseyBroadway Actor
- Kyle LowryBasketball Player
- Kyle MasseyTV Actor
- Kyle SilversteinActor
Common Nicknames for Kyle
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How Popular Is The Name Kyle?
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
Sources
SurnameDB, Last name: Kyle
Ancestry, Kyle Family History
Behind the Name, Kyle, January 2022
Visit Scotland, KYLE OF LOCHALSH
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