Skyler
Skyler is a unisex name of Dutch origin meaning “scholar, eternal life, sky.” It ranked #783 in the United States in 2025. An Anglicized form of the Dutch surname Schuyler, brought to America by Dutch settlers.
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how do you pronounce Skyler?
SKY-ler
where does the name Skyler come from?
An anglicized spelling of the Dutch surname and given name Schuyler, used for both sexes.
It has evolved into a popular gender-neutral given name.
how popular is this name?
Skyler has appeared in the US top 1,000 in 45 years since 1981. It peaked at #213 in 1994, and ranked #783 in 2025.
See the milestone years
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2025 | #783 |
| 2024 | #759 |
| 2023 | #727 |
| 2022 | #670 |
| 2021 | #686 |
| 2020 | #568 |
| 2019 | #505 |
| 2018 | #486 |
| 2017 | #463 |
| 2016 | #414 |
| 2010 | #262 |
| 2000 | #230 |
| 1994 | #213 |
| 1990 | #301 |
| 1981 | #642 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset (through 2025). Years absent from the table are years Skyler fell outside the top 1,000.
what are the nicknames and variants of Skyler?
Nicknames
Variants around the world
who are famous people named Skyler?
- Skyler White (Breaking Bad character)
what names are similar to Skyler?
what names go well with Skyler?
Sibling names that share Skyler's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.
quick answers about Skyler
What does the name Skyler mean?
Skyler means “scholar, eternal life, sky”.
What is the origin of the name Skyler?
Skyler comes from the Dutch naming tradition. Related forms include Skylar and Schuyler.
How popular is the name Skyler?
Skyler ranked #783 in the US in 2025, according to Social Security data. Its best year was 1994, at #213, and it has spent 45 years in the top 1,000 since 1981.
Is Skyler a boy or girl name?
Skyler is a unisex name, used for both boys and girls.
How do you pronounce Skyler?
Skyler is pronounced SKY-ler, with 2 syllables.
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