Skylor Unisex
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: SKY-lor //ˈskaɪ.lər//
Origin: English; Modern
Meaning: Sky: open air; Lor: derived from 'laurel'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Skylor is a modern variation of the name Skylar, which has its roots in the Dutch surname Schuyler, meaning "scholar" or "scholar's estate." The name Schuyler was originally used as a surname in the Netherlands and was brought to English-speaking countries by Dutch settlers in the 17th century. The transition from Schuyler to Skylar involved phonetic simplification and adaptation to fit English linguistic patterns, ultimately leading to the creation of Skylor as a contemporary variant in the late 20th century.
The name gained further prominence through its association with notable figures and fictional characters in literature and media, particularly in the late 20th and early 21st centuries. While specific historical milestones for Skylor are limited due to its relatively recent emergence, the name Skylar has been used in various cultural contexts, including literature and television, which contributed to its recognition.
The name's association with the sky evokes imagery of openness, freedom, and aspiration, aligning with the symbolic meanings often attributed to names that reference celestial elements. Culturally, names derived from nature, such as Skylor, resonate with themes of beauty and inspiration, reflecting a broader trend in naming practices that favor names evoking positive imagery.
The name Skylor, while modern, carries forward the legacy of its etymological roots, embodying a sense of intellectual pursuit and connection to the natural world. This connection to the sky and its vastness may also symbolize hope and potential, making it a name that resonates with aspirational qualities.
Fictional characters named Skylor
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Skylor is a fictional character from the animated series Ninjago: Masters of Spinjitzu. She is a skilled elemental master of fire who plays a significant role in the series as a member of the Ninja team.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Skylor was first seen in the United States in 1981.
Skylor has ranked as high as #3149 nationally, which occurred in 1998, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Pennsylvania, Florida, and Ohio.
In the past 5 years the name Skylor has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Skylor is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Skylor was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Skylor.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 2023 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| 2022 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 2021 | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| 2020 | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| 2019 | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| 2018 | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| 2017 | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| 2016 | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| 2015 | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| 2014 | 36 | 21 | 15 |
| 2013 | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| 2012 | 40 | 25 | 15 |
| 2011 | 49 | 37 | 12 |
| 2010 | 38 | 25 | 13 |
| 2009 | 35 | 25 | 10 |
| 2008 | 39 | 26 | 13 |
| 2007 | 55 | 40 | 15 |
| 2006 | 52 | 38 | 14 |
| 2005 | 49 | 37 | 12 |
| 2004 | 52 | 34 | 18 |
| 2003 | 62 | 47 | 15 |
| 2002 | 57 | 35 | 22 |
| 2001 | 61 | 43 | 18 |
| 2000 | 78 | 45 | 33 |
| 1999 | 68 | 49 | 19 |
| 1998 | 84 | 64 | 20 |
| 1997 | 43 | 33 | 10 |
| 1996 | 36 | 26 | 10 |
| 1995 | 39 | 32 | 7 |
| 1994 | 44 | 34 | 10 |
| 1993 | 60 | 45 | 15 |
| 1992 | 43 | 36 | 7 |
| 1991 | 35 | 26 | 9 |
| 1990 | 29 | 24 | 5 |
| 1989 | 21 | 21 | 0 |
| 1988 | 17 | 17 | 0 |
| 1987 | 19 | 19 | 0 |
| 1986 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 1985 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1984 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1983 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 1982 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1981 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
Top States for Skylor (2008)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |