| Meaning | island, from the island |
| Origin | Scottish |
| Gender | gender neutral |
| Opposite gender | Lyle |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 4 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Syllabification | Lyle |
Lyle, a distinguished Scottish name with a rich history, makes a wonderful choice for baby boys. With its origins in the Scottish surname "MacLyle," meaning "Islander" or "from the island," Lyle exudes a sense of strength and adventure. Its simple elegance and unique charm have made it a timeless classic.
Parents who choose the name Lyle for their son often appreciate its rarity and authenticity. The name's gentle sound and effortless appeal give it a certain charisma that sets it apart from more common names. Its variations, such as Lyall and Lisle, offer some flexibility while retaining the name's essence.
Throughout history, notable figures bearing the name Lyle have excelled in various fields, from sports to entertainment and beyond. Whether your little Lyle grows up to be a musician, an athlete, or a scholar, he will carry with him the spirit of an adventurer and the strength of an islander.
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| 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 |
| 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" |