Kylo Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKYE-lo / /ˈkaɪloʊ/English; possibly derived from the name Kyle
Meaning
English: narrow; channel; Scottish: a strait
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Kylo gained popularity in the 21st century, particularly due to its association with the character Kylo Ren from the Star Wars franchise. The name may also be seen as a modern variation of the name Kyle, which has Scottish origins. It reflects a trend towards unique and contemporary names for boys.
Trend Summary
Kylo has seen a rise in popularity in the United States since the release of Star Wars: The Force Awakens in 2015.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kilo
International Variants
- Kylian (French)
- Kailo (Hawaiian)
Famous people named Kylo
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Fictional characters named Kylo
Kylo Ren from Star Wars is a central antagonist in the sequel trilogy.
Kylo from the video game series 'Star Wars: Battlefront' is a character inspired by the films.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kylo was first seen in the United States in 1979. Kylo has ranked as high as #634 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, Ohio, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Kylo has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kylo (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 97 | |
| TX | 90 | |
| FL | 78 | |
| NY | 49 | |
| PA | 40 | |
| IL | 32 | |
| GA | 31 | |
| OH | 31 | |
| NC | 24 | |
| MD | 24 | |
| AZ | 22 | |
| MI | 20 | |
| WA | 17 | |
| IN | 16 | |
| VA | 16 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 2012 | 7 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2015 | 35 |
| 2016 | 238 |
| 2017 | 165 |
| 2018 | 254 |
| 2019 | 237 |
| 2020 | 662 |
| 2021 | 558 |
| 2022 | 714 |
| 2023 | 788 |
| 2024 | 869 |