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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Island
- Origin
- Old French (English/Scottish surname)
- Gender
- Used for both boys and girls
- Pronunciation
- LY-uhl
Lyle is a short, two-syllable name pronounced LY-uhl, and it means "island." It comes from Old French and has long been used as an English and Scottish surname, which gives it a familiar, last-name-as-first-name feel.
Meaning & Origin of Lyle
Meaning: Island.
Origin: Old French (English/Scottish surname).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Lyle
LY-uhlIPA /ˈlaɪəl/
Popularity of Lyle
Lyle peaked at #145 in 1918, when 993 babies were given the name. By 2024 it had slipped to #1018 with 218 babies, so it's now an uncommon name that most kids won't share a classroom with.
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FAQ
What does the name Lyle mean?
Island. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Lyle?
Lyle is pronounced LY-uhl (IPA: /ˈlaɪəl/).
Is Lyle a popular name right now?
Lyle peaked at #145 in 1918 and is ranked #1018 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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