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At a Glance: Name: Sky – Meaning: sky, the heavens – Origin: English – Gender: Neutral – Pronunciation: SKY
Sky is a gender-neutral name with English origin, and its meaning is exactly what it sounds like: sky, the heavens. It's pronounced simply as SKY (/ˈskaɪ/), with no hidden syllables or surprises. Style-wise it fits with bohemian, free-spirit, bold, clean, modern, and nature-inspired naming choices.
Meaning & Origin of Sky
Meaning: Sky, the heavens.
Origin: English.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Sky
Phonetic: SKY IPA: /ˈskaɪ/
Popularity of Sky
In 2024, Sky ranked #828 on the SSA list with 330 babies given the name, down from its peak of #712 in 2021, when 405 babies received it.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1953–2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Sky mean?
Sky, the heavens. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Sky)
How do you pronounce Sky?
Sky is pronounced SKY (IPA: /ˈskaɪ/).
Is Sky a popular name right now?
Sky peaked at #712 in 2021 and is ranked #828 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1953–2024.)
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