Declining since 2008, #7,194 for boys today.
Popularity of Cuyler since 1924
Babies named Cuyler per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 6 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 6 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 8 |
| 1970s | 23 |
| 1980s | 100 |
| 1990s | 156 |
| 2000s | 204 |
| 2010s | 166 |
| 2020s | 80 |
Meaning & origin
Cuyler is a rare given name with Dutch origins, likely derived from the surname Cuyler. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1924 but remained infrequent for decades. It saw a modest rise in the 2000s, peaking at rank 7,194 in 2009. Since 2008, its trajectory has been falling, and by 2025 it was given to only about 1 in 155,280 boys. Cuyler has not been associated with any particular states or notable public figures, making it a distinctive choice for parents seeking an unconventional name with historical roots.
Cuyler is a rare given name thought to have originated as a surname. The surname Cuyler is of Dutch origin, possibly derived from the verb 'kuilen' meaning 'to dig' or from a place name in the Netherlands. It was brought to America by early Dutch settlers and later adopted as a first name, likely influenced by the use of family surnames as given names in the United States.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ky
Sibling names for Cuyler
Names that share Cuyler's style, for a brother or sister.
