Skye
Skye is a unisex name of Scottish origin meaning “winged, from the Isle of Skye.” It ranked #529 in the United States in 2025. Skye takes its name from the Isle of Skye, one of Scotland's most dramatic and beautiful islands.
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how do you pronounce Skye?
SKY
where does the name Skye come from?
From An t-Eilean Sgitheanach, the Gaelic name of the Isle of Skye, whose origin is long disputed and probably non-Indo-European; winged is one suggested reading, with no agreement.
The name 'Skye' derives from the Old Norse 'ský' (cloud) or the Gaelic 'sgitheanach' (winged). The island's ethereal landscapes of sea cliffs, fairy pools, and mist-covered mountains inspire the name's poetic quality.
how popular is this name?
Skye has appeared in the US top 1,000 in 39 years since 1987. It peaked at #367 in 2014, and ranked #529 in 2025.
See the milestone years
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2025 | #529 |
| 2024 | #479 |
| 2023 | #445 |
| 2022 | #414 |
| 2021 | #428 |
| 2020 | #465 |
| 2019 | #419 |
| 2018 | #414 |
| 2017 | #422 |
| 2016 | #417 |
| 2014 | #367 |
| 2010 | #492 |
| 2000 | #480 |
| 1990 | #688 |
| 1987 | #748 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset (through 2025). Years absent from the table are years Skye fell outside the top 1,000.
the history of Skye
The name is taken from the Isle of Skye, known for its mountainous Cuillin range and dramatic sea cliffs.
who are famous people named Skye?
- Skye Edwards (British singer, Morcheeba)
- Skye (character in PAW Patrol)
what are the nicknames and variants of Skye?
Variants around the world
what names are similar to Skye?
what names go well with Skye?
Sibling names that share Skye's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.
quick answers about Skye
What does the name Skye mean?
Skye means “winged, from the Isle of Skye”.
What is the origin of the name Skye?
Skye comes from the Scottish naming tradition. Related forms include Sky.
How popular is the name Skye?
Skye ranked #529 in the US in 2025, according to Social Security data. Its best year was 2014, at #367, and it has spent 39 years in the top 1,000 since 1987.
Is Skye a boy or girl name?
Skye is a unisex name, used for both boys and girls.
How do you pronounce Skye?
Skye is pronounced SKY, with 1 syllable.
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