| Meaning | sheltering, cloud |
| Origin | Gaelic, Scottish |
| Gender | gender neutral |
| Opposite gender | Skye |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 4 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Syllabification | Skye |
About Skye
Imagine giving your son a name that literally reaches for the heavens. Skye captures boundless possibility in a single, powerful syllable. This name speaks to parents who want their child to dream big, to never feel limited by conventions or expectations. The spelling with an 'e' adds visual distinction while maintaining the name's essential simplicity. Skye works beautifully for families who love nature, outdoor adventures, or simply appreciate the metaphorical freedom that open skies represent. Despite its brevity, the name carries surprising depth and versatility. It sounds equally at home whether shouted across a soccer field or printed on a college diploma. Skye has enough edge to feel contemporary without chasing fleeting trends that quickly date. The name's unisex appeal demonstrates progressive thinking while its strong, clear sound ensures it reads unmistakably masculine when paired with typical male middle names. Boys named Skye often develop independent spirits and creative thinking patterns. The name requires no nickname, standing perfectly complete as is, though playful variations naturally emerge. For parents seeking impact without complexity, Skye delivers maximum effect with minimal fuss.
Nicknames for Skye
| Sky |
| Skyler |
| S |
| Skyman |
Famous People Named Skye
| Skye Gyngell | Australian chef |
| Skye Sweetnam | Canadian singer-songwriter |
| Skye Edwards | British singer |
| Skye Chan | Hong Kong actor |
| Skye Kakoschke-Moore | Australian politician |
| Skye Fitzgerald | American filmmaker |
| Skye Townsend | American actress and singer |
| Skye McCole Bartusiak | American actress |
| Skye Bennett | British actress |
| Skye Blue | American adult film director |
| Skye P. Marshall | American actress |
| Skye Tan | Singaporean basketball player |
| Skye Hoppus | American entrepreneur and musician |
| Skye Agnew | Canadian actor |
| Skye Ashton | Australian musician |
| Skye Lourie | South African cricketer |
| Skye Reynolds | Australian actor |
| Skye Borgman | American filmmaker |
| Skye Morris-Griffiths | Welsh rugby player |
Characters Named Skye
| Skye Silvius | from the "Fablehaven" book series by Brandon Mull |
| Skye Larson | from the "Lost and Found" book series by Nicole Williams |
| Skye Thorn | from the "Percy Jackson & the Olympians" series by Rick Riordan |
| Skye Rotter | from the movie "My Super Psycho Sweet 16" |
| Skye Daley | from the movie "Aliens in the Attic" |
| Skye Miller | from the movie "Sky High" |
| Skye Sailor | from the book "The Mark of Athena" by Rick Riordan |
| Skye Ransom | from the book "Sword of Skye" by Marsha Canham |
| Skye Fargo | from the "Trailsman" book series by Jon Sharpe |
| Skye Yoshimura | from the TV show "Heroes" |
| Skye Tenorio | from the video game "Dead or Alive" |
| Skye Cavanaugh | from the book "Without Merit" by Colleen Hoover |
| Skye Yarrow | from the book "The Lost Coast" by Amy Rose Capetta |
| Skye Watts | from the TV show "The Thundermans" |
| Skye Chan | from the "Private" book series by Kate Brian |
| Skye Tate | from the "Dark Vortex" book series by Stella Marie Alden |
| Skye Williams | from the book "Skye Falling" by Mia McKenzie |
| Skye Summers | from the book "The Billionaire's Obsession" by J.S. Scott |
| Skye Davidson | from the book "The V Girl" by Mya Robarts |