gender neutral
Skylar
scholar, sheltering
About Skylar
Imagine calling out this name at the playground—it practically floats on air, light and free-spirited. Skylar captures that sense of boundless possibility and open horizons that every parent wishes for their child. This name doesn't box anyone in; it's equally at home whether your son becomes an artist, scientist, adventurer, or entrepreneur. The sky reference embedded within creates natural connections to dreams, aspirations, and limitless potential. It's been gaining steady appreciation among parents who want something distinctive yet recognizable, modern yet timeless. The versatility here is remarkable—it works across different personalities and life paths. Consider how this name might shape first impressions: teachers remember it, classmates think it's interesting, and it looks polished on any future resume. Skylar offers the perfect balance of uniqueness and familiarity.
Popularity of the Name Skylar
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | Canada | |
|---|---|---|
| 1981 | #958 | |
| 1982 | #883 | |
| 1983 | #902 | |
| 1984 | #722 | |
| 1985 | #671 | |
| 1986 | #696 | |
| 1987 | #581 | |
| 1988 | #625 | |
| 1989 | #562 | |
| 1990 | #465 | |
| 1991 | #486 | #429 |
| 1992 | #464 | #360 |
| 1993 | #404 | #359 |
| 1994 | #398 | #477 |
| 1995 | #408 | #317 |
| 1996 | #373 | #370 |
| 1997 | #372 | #356 |
| 1998 | #358 | #372 |
| 1999 | #374 | #378 |
| 2000 | #356 | #366 |
| 2001 | #361 | #356 |
| 2002 | #383 | #425 |
| 2003 | #408 | #483 |
| 2004 | #470 | #491 |
| 2005 | #453 | #667 |
| 2006 | #435 | #577 |
| 2007 | #477 | #854 |
| 2008 | #512 | #683 |
| 2009 | #498 | #685 |
| 2010 | #525 | #647 |
| 2011 | #527 | #559 |
| 2012 | #567 | #674 |
| 2013 | #543 | #825 |
| 2014 | #635 | #821 |
| 2015 | #704 | #938 |
| 2016 | #759 | #766 |
| 2017 | #808 | #926 |
| 2018 | #920 | #983 |
| 2019 | #992 |
Top names by country: United States · Canada
Variations of Name Skylar
Names Similar to Skylar
Nicknames for Skylar
- Sky
- Skye
- Lar
Famous People Named Skylar
| Skylar Astin | American actor and singer |
| Skylar Grey | American singer-songwriter |
| Skylar Diggins-Smith | American basketball player |
| Skylar Stecker | American singer-songwriter |
| Skylar Gaertner | American actor |
| Skylar Katz | American rapper and DJ |
| Skylar Mays | American basketball player |
| Skylar Spence | American musician |
| Skylar Healey | Canadian actor |
| Skylar Laine | American singer |
| Skylar White | American basketball player |
| Skylar McBee | American basketball player |
| Skylar Verduzco | American actor |
| Skylar Lewis | American actress |
| Skylar Hoyt | American baseball player |
| Skylar Thomas | Canadian soccer player |
| Skylar Fri | American soccer player |
| Skylar Anderson | American football player |
| Skylar Schneider | American cyclist |
| Skylar Shaw | American baseball player |
Characters Named Skylar
| Skylar Storm | from the TV series "Mighty Med" and "Lab Rats - Elite Force" |
| Skylar Bergman | from the TV series "Rescue Me" |
| Skylar Michaels | from the film "Bleeding Hearts" |
| Skylar Harris | from the TV series "Melrose Place" |
| Skylar Bergstrom | from the film "Rites of Passage" |
| Skylar McBain | from the TV series "One Life to Live" |
| Skylar Adams | from the film "Tracker" |
| Skylar Blackwell | from the TV series "The Young and the Restless" |
| Skylar Cooper | from the film "The Invisible Woman" |
| Skylar McCole Bartusiak | from the film "Don't Say a Word" |
| Skylar Caffrey | from the TV series "White Collar" |
| Skylar Lewis | from the film "You Wish!" |
| Skylar Neil | from the film "Tears of the Sun" |
| Skylar Dayton | from the TV series "Point Pleasant" |
| Skylar Deleon | from the film "The Perfect Host" |
| Skylar Thomas | from the TV series "General Hospital" |
| Skylar Forbes | from the film "Perfect Stranger" |
| Skylar Evans | from the TV series "Teen Wolf" |