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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Scholar
- Origin
- Dutch (surname Schuyler)
- Gender
- Neutral
- Pronunciation
- SKY-lar
Skylar sounds like it should mean 'sky,' but that's not where it comes from — the name actually traces back to the Dutch surname Schuyler, which means 'scholar.' It's a neutral name, given to children of any gender, and it's pronounced SKY-lar (/ˈskaɪlər/). If you're drawn to the sound, it's worth knowing the real story behind it rather than the sky connection people often assume.
Meaning & Origin of Skylar
Meaning: Scholar.
Origin: Dutch (surname Schuyler).
A common claim: Skylar is often assumed to relate to 'sky' because of how it sounds Actually: Despite the sound, Skylar isn't related to the word 'sky' — it comes from the Dutch surname Schuyler, meaning 'scholar.'
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Skylar
SKY-larIPA /ˈskaɪlər/
Popularity of Skylar
Skylar peaked at #42 in 2015, when 5,294 babies were given the name; by 2024 it had settled to #134, with 2,186 babies — still in regular use, just further from its high point a decade ago.
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FAQ
What does the name Skylar mean?
Scholar. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Skylar?
Skylar is pronounced SKY-lar (IPA: /ˈskaɪlər/).
Is Skylar a popular name right now?
Skylar peaked at #42 in 2015 and is ranked #134 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1959–2024.)
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