Kyle Wilkie

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Kyle Wilkie — Celtic
240K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Kyle Wilkie 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 Wilkie: Allan Wilkie (1878–1970), British actor Alex Wilkie (born 1948), British mathematician Alexander Wilkie (1850–1928), British politician Andrew Wilkie (born 1961), Australian politician Andrew Wilkie (geneticist) (born 1959), at Oxford University Andrew Wilkie (zoo director) (1853–1948), of Melbourne, Australia Bill Wilkie (1922–2017), Scottish musician Bob Wilkie (footballer) (1920–2001), Australian Rules footballer Bob Wilkie (ice hockey) (born 1969) Canadian ice hockey player Clare Wilkie (born 1974), British actress David Wilkie (artist) (1785–1841), British painter David Wilkie (ice hockey. 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: Wilkie

Scottish

Allan Wilkie (1878–1970), British actor Alex Wilkie (born 1948), British mathematician Alexander Wilkie (1850–1928), British politician Andrew Wilkie (born 1961), Australian politician Andrew Wilkie (geneticist) (born 1959), at Oxford University Andrew Wilkie (zoo director) (1853–1948), of Melbourne, Australia Bill Wilkie (1922–2017), Scottish musician Bob Wilkie (footballer) (1920–2001), Australian Rules footballer Bob Wilkie (ice hockey) (born 1969) Canadian ice hockey player Clare Wilkie (born 1974), British actress David Wilkie (artist) (1785–1841), British painter David Wilkie (ice hockey.

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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 Wilkie

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 Wilkie:

5
Expression Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

1
Soul Urge Number

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

22
Personality Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale goals.

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 Wilkie?
The surname Wilkie originates from Scottish. Allan Wilkie (1878–1970), British actor Alex Wilkie (born 1948), British mathematician Alexander Wilkie (1850–1928), British politician Andrew Wilkie (born 1961), Australian politician Andrew Wilkie (geneticist) (born 1959), at Oxford University Andrew Wilkie (zoo director) (1853–1948), of Melbourne, Australia Bill Wilkie (1922–2017), Scottish musician Bob Wilkie (footballer) (1920–2001), Australian Rules footballer Bob Wilkie (ice hockey) (born 1969) Canadian ice hockey player Clare Wilkie (born 1974), British actress David Wilkie (artist) (1785–1841), British painter David Wilkie (ice hockey.
What are the origins of the name Kyle Wilkie?
The name Kyle Wilkie combines two different traditions: the first name Kyle has Celtic roots, while the surname Wilkie originates from Scottish.
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