gender neutral
Lyle
island, from the island
About Lyle
Understated charm characterizes Lyle, a name that proves sophistication doesn't require complexity. This single-syllable choice carries a vintage quality that's currently experiencing renewed appreciation among discerning parents. Lyle sounds like someone you'd trust—reliable, honest, grounded. There's an old-soul quality to this name, suggesting wisdom beyond years and character that runs deep. The soft beginning eases into the lengthened vowel, creating a gentle, almost lyrical sound despite its compact form. Lyle works wonderfully across all ages, from adorable infant to distinguished professional. It's a name that doesn't shout for attention but quietly earns respect through consistency and genuine appeal.
Popularity of the Name Lyle
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #783 | ||
| 1881 | #833 | ||
| 1882 | #565 | ||
| 1883 | #772 | ||
| 1884 | #561 | ||
| 1885 | #538 | ||
| 1886 | #564 | ||
| 1887 | #417 | ||
| 1888 | #400 | ||
| 1889 | #438 | ||
| 1890 | #382 | ||
| 1891 | #302 | ||
| 1892 | #353 | ||
| 1893 | #328 | ||
| 1894 | #250 | ||
| 1895 | #281 | ||
| 1896 | #320 | ||
| 1897 | #293 | ||
| 1898 | #233 | ||
| 1899 | #262 | ||
| 1900 | #298 | ||
| 1901 | #226 | ||
| 1902 | #273 | ||
| 1903 | #224 | ||
| 1904 | #215 | ||
| 1905 | #249 | ||
| 1906 | #195 | ||
| 1907 | #235 | ||
| 1908 | #246 | ||
| 1909 | #262 | ||
| 1910 | #216 | ||
| 1911 | #224 | ||
| 1912 | #181 | ||
| 1913 | #196 | ||
| 1914 | #178 | ||
| 1915 | #159 | ||
| 1916 | #153 | ||
| 1917 | #153 | ||
| 1918 | #145 | ||
| 1919 | #153 | ||
| 1920 | #151 | ||
| 1921 | #150 | ||
| 1922 | #146 | ||
| 1923 | #154 | ||
| 1924 | #159 | ||
| 1925 | #154 | ||
| 1926 | #152 | ||
| 1927 | #151 | ||
| 1928 | #155 | ||
| 1929 | #152 | ||
| 1930 | #160 | ||
| 1931 | #157 | ||
| 1932 | #155 | ||
| 1933 | #158 | ||
| 1934 | #155 | ||
| 1935 | #156 | ||
| 1936 | #159 | ||
| 1937 | #167 | ||
| 1938 | #183 | ||
| 1939 | #175 | ||
| 1940 | #173 | ||
| 1941 | #168 | ||
| 1942 | #176 | ||
| 1943 | #185 | ||
| 1944 | #189 | ||
| 1945 | #194 | ||
| 1946 | #200 | ||
| 1947 | #212 | ||
| 1948 | #216 | ||
| 1949 | #220 | ||
| 1950 | #223 | ||
| 1951 | #233 | ||
| 1952 | #222 | ||
| 1953 | #226 | ||
| 1954 | #237 | ||
| 1955 | #246 | ||
| 1956 | #258 | ||
| 1957 | #261 | ||
| 1958 | #277 | ||
| 1959 | #286 | ||
| 1960 | #290 | ||
| 1961 | #302 | ||
| 1962 | #306 | ||
| 1963 | #329 | ||
| 1964 | #345 | ||
| 1965 | #359 | ||
| 1966 | #359 | ||
| 1967 | #389 | ||
| 1968 | #373 | ||
| 1969 | #376 | ||
| 1970 | #376 | ||
| 1971 | #406 | ||
| 1972 | #449 | ||
| 1973 | #460 | ||
| 1974 | #484 | ||
| 1975 | #508 | ||
| 1976 | #540 | ||
| 1977 | #487 | ||
| 1978 | #539 | ||
| 1979 | #544 | ||
| 1980 | #525 | ||
| 1981 | #534 | ||
| 1982 | #574 | ||
| 1983 | #530 | ||
| 1984 | #544 | ||
| 1985 | #564 | ||
| 1986 | #512 | ||
| 1987 | #567 | ||
| 1988 | #593 | ||
| 1989 | #625 | ||
| 1990 | #631 | ||
| 1991 | #761 | #456 | |
| 1992 | #750 | #447 | |
| 1993 | #834 | #476 | |
| 1994 | #887 | #554 | |
| 1995 | #924 | #640 | |
| 2016 | #983 | #453 | |
| 2017 | #994 | #545 | |
| 2018 | #947 | #515 | |
| 2019 | #928 | #550 | #873 |
| 1997 | #589 | #687 | |
| 1998 | #643 | #1000 | |
| 1999 | #839 | #749 | |
| 2000 | #819 | #971 | |
| 2001 | #882 | ||
| 2002 | #618 | ||
| 2004 | #975 | ||
| 2005 | #896 | ||
| 2009 | #839 | ||
| 2010 | #608 | #853 | |
| 2011 | #556 | ||
| 2012 | #525 | ||
| 2013 | #518 | ||
| 2014 | #475 | ||
| 2015 | #474 | ||
| 2020 | #589 | ||
| 2021 | #615 | ||
| 2022 | #603 | ||
| 2023 | #699 | ||
| 2024 | #752 | ||
| 2025 | #568 | ||
| 1996 | #722 | ||
| 2003 | #994 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · Canada
Variations of Name Lyle
- Lisle
- Lyall
- Liall
- Lyell
Names Similar to Lyle
Nicknames for Lyle
- Ly
- Lee
- Lyl
- Li
Famous People Named Lyle
| Lyle Alzado | Former American football player |
| Lyle Lovett | American singer-songwriter |
| Lyle Menendez | One of the Menendez brothers involved in a high-profile murder case |
| Lyle Overbay | Former professional baseball player |
| Lyle Waggoner | American actor and model |
| Lyle Mays | American jazz pianist and composer |
| Lyle Talbot | American actor |
| Lyle Berman | Professional poker player and entrepreneur |
| Lyle Blackburn | Musician, author, and cryptid researcher |
| Lyle Beniga | Choreographer and dancer |
| Lyle Sendlein | Former professional football player |
| Lyle Odelein | Retired professional hockey player |
| Lyle Pearce Lovett | Canadian actor and writer |
| Lyle Moraine | American bobsledder |
| Lyle Martin | New Zealand cricketer |
| Lyle Taylor | English professional footballer |
| Lyle Bettger | American actor |
| Lyle Denniston | American football player and coach |
| Lyle Blackwood | Former professional football player |
Characters Named Lyle
| Lyle Evans | From the novel "Desperation" by Stephen King |
| Lyle Norg | DC Comics character known as "Invisible Kid" |
| Lyle Finster | From the TV show "Rugrats" |
| Lyle Tiberius Rourke | From the Disney film "Atlantis - The Lost Empire" |
| Lyle McDouchebag | A character from various internet cartoons |
| Lyle Monroe | From the TV show "The Secret World of Alex Mack" |
| Lyle Swann | From the movie "Timerider - The Adventure of Lyle Swann" |
| Lyle Menedez | From the TV movie "Menendez - A Killing in Beverly Hills" |
| Lyle Gilpatrick | From the TV show "Even Stevens" |
| Lyle Rogers | From the novel "Somewhere a Band is Playing" by Ray Bradbury |
| Lyle "Lucky" Prescott | From the movie "Spirit Untamed" |
| Lyle the Effeminate Heterosexual | From the TV show "Saturday Night Live" |
| Lyle Tyberius Rourke | From the comic book "The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen" |
| Lyle Swett | From the TV show "Days of Our Lives" |
| Lyle the Intern | From "The Ellen DeGeneres Show" |
| Lyle Lanley | From the musical "The Simpsons" |
| Lyle Owens | From the movie "Holes" |