The name Lyle is a girl's name of French, Scottish, English origin meaning "someone who lives on an island".

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Though it's used far more often for boys, Lyle has a lot in common with today's trending girl names that share the double L sound: Lila, Layla, and Lola. With its cool island related meaning, derived from the Norman French <em>l'isle</em>, it has been appearing in the US stars for girls since at least the 1880s, given to a small number of girls most years. 

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The name Lyle peaked for girls at #1077 in 1897. Lyle is occasionally used for boys in 2025.

The name Lyle is a boy's name of French, Scottish, English origin meaning "someone who lives on an island".

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Straightforward single-syllable name, though children named Lyle may get tired of hearing "Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile". Lyle was at the height of fashion in the 1920s, which makes him due for a comeback right about now. The double L certainly gives it a fashionable sound.

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The name Lyle peaked for boys at #145 in 1918. The name is most popular in LYLE, LYLE, and LYLE. Lyle is occasionally used for girls in 2025.

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