NAME PROFILE
Kyle
Kyle is a Scottish name derived from the Gaelic word 'caol,' meaning 'narrow' or 'channel.' It evokes a sense of strength and connection to nature, often associated with serene landscapes like rivers and valleys.
Key Stats
| Total births | 494,713 |
| Gender | Male (97% / 3%) |
| Peak year | 1990 |
| Peak generation | Millennial |
| First recorded | 1912 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 21%TX — 21%NY — 21%VA — 19%OH — 19%
Notable People
Kyle MacLachlan (Actor, *Twin Peaks*) · Kyle Chandler (Actor, *Friday Night Lights*) · Kyle Kuzma (Professional basketball player, NBA champion) · Kyle Richards (Reality TV star, *The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills*) · Kyle Rittenhouse (Public figure, known for controversial legal case)
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