Kyle Kersey

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Kyle Kersey — Celtic
240K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Kyle Kersey is a name that combines Celtic origins. The first name Kyle is a masculine given name of Celtic origin. Kyle is a unisex English-language given name. It is a transferred use of the Scottish surname Kyle or of place names such as Kyle, Ayrshire on the southwest coast of Scotland. Kyle is also a Scots word for a strait, derived from the Gaelic caol ("narrow"). Kyle is predominantly masculine and has been in use as a given name at least since the 1800s. It has been among the top 1,000 names for American boys at various times since 1902, influenced by American football player Kyle Rote (1928–2002) and his son, soccer star Kyle Rote Jr. The surname Kersey: Clyde Kersey (born 1937), American politician Eda Kersey (1904–1944), British violinist Graham Kersey (1971–1997), English cricketer Hannah Kersey (born 1983), British woman with two wombs, gave birth to triplets in 2006 Jess Kersey (1941–2017), American basketball referee Jerome Kersey (1962–2015), American basketball player John Kersey the elder (1616–1690?), English author John Kersey the younger (fl. Kyle is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 240K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Kyle reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Kyle

Celtic

Kyle is a unisex English-language given name. It is a transferred use of the Scottish surname Kyle or of place names such as Kyle, Ayrshire on the southwest coast of Scotland. Kyle is also a Scots word for a strait, derived from the Gaelic caol ("narrow"). Kyle is predominantly masculine and has been in use as a given name at least since the 1800s. It has been among the top 1,000 names for American boys at various times since 1902, influenced by American football player Kyle Rote (1928–2002) and his son, soccer star Kyle Rote Jr.

Surname: Kersey

English

Clyde Kersey (born 1937), American politician Eda Kersey (1904–1944), British violinist Graham Kersey (1971–1997), English cricketer Hannah Kersey (born 1983), British woman with two wombs, gave birth to triplets in 2006 Jess Kersey (1941–2017), American basketball referee Jerome Kersey (1962–2015), American basketball player John Kersey the elder (1616–1690?), English author John Kersey the younger (fl.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Kyle is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Kyle by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Kyle Kersey

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Kyle Kersey:

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

6
Soul Urge Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Kyle?
The first name Kyle originates from Celtic. Kyle is a unisex English-language given name. It is a transferred use of the Scottish surname Kyle or of place names such as Kyle, Ayrshire on the southwest coast of Scotland. Kyle is also a Scots word for a strait, derived from the Gaelic caol ("narrow"). Kyle is predominantly masculine and has been in use as a given name at least since the 1800s. It has been among the top 1,000 names for American boys at various times since 1902, influenced by American football player Kyle Rote (1928–2002) and his son, soccer star Kyle Rote Jr.
When was Kyle most popular?
The name Kyle reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Kersey?
The surname Kersey originates from English. Clyde Kersey (born 1937), American politician Eda Kersey (1904–1944), British violinist Graham Kersey (1971–1997), English cricketer Hannah Kersey (born 1983), British woman with two wombs, gave birth to triplets in 2006 Jess Kersey (1941–2017), American basketball referee Jerome Kersey (1962–2015), American basketball player John Kersey the elder (1616–1690?), English author John Kersey the younger (fl.
What are the origins of the name Kyle Kersey?
The name Kyle Kersey combines two different traditions: the first name Kyle has Celtic roots, while the surname Kersey originates from English.
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