Kylo
Kylo is a boys' name of English origin meaning “invented Star Wars name; possibly sky.” It ranked #400 in the United States in 2025.
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how do you pronounce Kylo?
KY-loh
where does the name Kylo come from?
Kylo has no traditional derivation; it is usually given after the Star Wars character Kylo Ren.
Kylo Ren is the primary antagonist of the Star Wars sequel trilogy (2015–2019), created by J.J. Abrams and Lawrence Kasdan. The name was invented for the character and has no historical linguistic roots, though it evokes the Greek kylos (circle) or English sky.
how popular is this name?
Kylo has appeared in the US top 1,000 in 9 years since 2016, and fell outside it for 1. It peaked at #374 in 2024, and ranked #400 in 2025.
See the milestone years
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2025 | #400 |
| 2024 | #374 |
| 2023 | #406 |
| 2022 | #433 |
| 2021 | #526 |
| 2020 | #449 |
| 2019 | #922 |
| 2018 | #862 |
| 2016 | #904 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset (through 2025). Years absent from the table are years Kylo fell outside the top 1,000.
the history of Kylo
Its use has grown in the United States, the United Kingdom and elsewhere since the character appeared, with parents drawn to its sound despite the character's villainy.
who are famous people named Kylo?
- Kylo Ren (Star Wars character)
what names are similar to Kylo?
what names go well with Kylo?
Sibling names that share Kylo's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.
quick answers about Kylo
What does the name Kylo mean?
Kylo means “invented Star Wars name; possibly sky”.
What is the origin of the name Kylo?
Kylo comes from the English naming tradition.
How popular is the name Kylo?
Kylo ranked #400 in the US in 2025, according to Social Security data.
Is Kylo a boy or girl name?
Kylo is primarily a boys' name.
How do you pronounce Kylo?
Kylo is pronounced KY-loh, with 2 syllables.
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