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The name Doyle is a girl's name of Irish origin meaning "black stranger".

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An Irish surname, borrowed from the given name Dougal (or Dubhghall), Doyle was a popular choice for boys in the US in the 30s, 40s, and 50s. Meaning "dark stranger", it appeared in the stats for girls a handful of times throughout the period. 
 
It might appeal to fans of Sherlock Holmes writer, Arthur Conan Doyle, though others might find it a bit too much like doily.

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The name Doyle peaked for girls at #2476 in 1914. Doyle is occasionally used for boys in 2025.

The name Doyle is a boy's name of Irish origin meaning "black stranger".

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An Irish surname possibility for those who like Daley, Royal, Dougal, and Dolan, though it may sound too much like doily to catch on for modern boys. Nevertheless, it was fairly well used in the 20th century, popular in the 30s, 40s, and 50s when it reached the Top 200 at one point.
 
Derived from the given name Dougal (or Dubhghall), it means "dark stranger" and might work for fans of Sherlock Holmes writer, Arthur Conan Doyle.

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The name Doyle is currently ranked #7815 in U.S. births. and peaked for boys at #195 in 1931. Doyle is occasionally used for girls in 1962.

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