Cyle Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationSILE / /saɪl/English; Greek
Meaning
English: a variant of Kyle; Greek: a narrow channel or strait
Historical & Cultural Background
Cyle is often considered a modern variant of the name Kyle, which has Scottish origins. The name Kyle is derived from the Gaelic word 'caol,' meaning 'narrow.' Cyle may also be linked to the Greek word for a narrow channel, adding a layer of geographical significance. The name has gained popularity in English-speaking countries in recent decades.
Trend Summary
Cyle has seen a modest rise in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kyle
International Variants
- Cail (Irish)
- Kail (Scottish)
Famous people named Cyle
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Fictional characters named Cyle
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Cyle was first seen in the United States in 1960. Cyle has ranked as high as #1124 nationally, which occurred in 1990, and has been most popular in California, Illinois, Michigan, Ohio, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Cyle has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Cyle (2009)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MI | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 6 |
| 1961 | 8 |
| 1962 | 7 |
| 1963 | 8 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1965 | 5 |
| 1966 | 9 |
| 1967 | 11 |
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1970 | 11 |
| 1971 | 10 |
| 1972 | 13 |
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1974 | 10 |
| 1975 | 12 |
| 1976 | 12 |
| 1977 | 13 |
| 1978 | 18 |
| 1979 | 20 |
| 1980 | 13 |
| 1981 | 16 |
| 1982 | 40 |
| 1983 | 42 |
| 1984 | 33 |
| 1985 | 76 |
| 1986 | 56 |
| 1987 | 65 |
| 1988 | 68 |
| 1989 | 98 |
| 1990 | 103 |
| 1991 | 98 |
| 1992 | 103 |
| 1993 | 90 |
| 1994 | 93 |
| 1995 | 60 |
| 1996 | 60 |
| 1997 | 63 |
| 1998 | 59 |
| 1999 | 63 |
| 2000 | 49 |
| 2001 | 37 |
| 2002 | 56 |
| 2003 | 37 |
| 2004 | 18 |
| 2005 | 33 |
| 2006 | 37 |
| 2007 | 24 |
| 2008 | 32 |
| 2009 | 30 |
| 2010 | 17 |
| 2011 | 17 |
| 2012 | 21 |
| 2013 | 16 |
| 2014 | 12 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2016 | 9 |
| 2017 | 11 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2022 | 5 |