Lyle

Gender
Male (Masculine | Boy)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
The name Lyle means 'island' or 'from the island' in Scots Gaelic. It also has meanings like 'water', 'river island' and 'dweller by the river island'.
Pronunciation
LIEL
The name Lyle is pronounced like 'LIE-l'.
Popularity
Lyle is a rare name that is not commonly used. It ranked #971 in popularity in the US in 2020. However, it is still a popular name in Scotland and some other English-speaking countries like Australia and Canada.

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Lyle Name meanings & History

The name Lyle is of Scottish origin, derived from the Old French word 'isle' meaning island. It was initially used as a surname for people who lived on an island or near a watercourse. The name Lyle means 'island' or 'from the island' in Scots Gaelic. It also has meanings like 'water', 'river island' and 'dweller by the river island'. From an English surname that was derived from Norman French l'isle meaning "island". Lyle is typically used as a given name for baby boys, but it can also be used as a unisex name. It is suitable for parents who prefer traditional names that are simple, timeless and have a touch of nature.

Zodiac Sign of Lyle: Lover Taurus,Logical Libra

Synonyms of Lyle:

L: Lovely,Lazy,Lover,Languid,Luscious,Legal,Liaison

Y: Youth-giving,Yen/money,Yin/Yang

E: Enliven,Environment,Enlighten,Expressive,Exaggerate,Entertain

Lyle is:

  • a Classic name
  • a Mature name
  • a Refined name
  • a Strange name
  • a Strong name
  • a Wholesome name

Famous People

Some famous people with the name Lyle include Lyle Lovett, an American singer-songwriter and actor, and Lyle Talbot, an American actor who appeared in over 150 films and television shows.

2.) LYLE (Male)

Usage: English

Meanings: Transferred use of the surname that evolved from the Anglo-French de l’isle (dweller on the isle). The name was brought to England by the Normans after the Conquest. (LILE)


3.) Lyle (Male)

Usage: English

Meanings: Island


4.) LYLE (Male)

Usage: American

Meanings: Transferred use of the English surname that evolved from the French De L’Isle (dweller on the isle). (LILE)


5.) Lyle (Female)

Usage: English

Meanings: (English) strident

Other Forms: Lile


6.) LYLE (Male)

Usage: French

Meanings: A borrowing from the English, Lyle originated from the French de l’isle (dweller on the isle), which was taken to England by the Normans. Var: Lisle. (LEEL)


7.) Lyle (Male)

Usage: French

Meanings: (French) unique

Other Forms: Lile, Ly, Lyle


8.) Lyle (Male)

Usage: French

Meanings: (French) island.

Other Forms: Lisle, Ly, Lysle


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