Kyle
kile
Popularity
#4511
Letters
4
Syllables
1
Origin
Scottish
Total Births
494,085
Peak Year
#22,947 in 1990
First Recorded
1881
Style
Modern & Trendy
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
Kyle is a Scottish name derived from the Gaelic word 'caol,' meaning 'narrow' or 'strait'.
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Numerology
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Famous Namesakes
Kyle MacLachlan
American actor known for his roles in Twin Peaks
Kyle Lowry
Professional basketball player and NBA champion
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