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Keiler

KYE-ler · Keiler is of uncertain origin; it may be a variant of Kyler or a surname transferred to first name, possibly meaning 'fork' or 'hook' from Dutch or German roots.

2025 rank (boys)
#7,194
Babies named in 2025
11
Peak popularity
2024
2025 frequency
1 in 155,280 boys
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Rising since 2010

Rising since 2010, #7,194 for boys today.

Popularity of Keiler since 2006

Babies named Keiler per year in U.S. Social Security records.

7132020102020Most births 2024Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
2000s16
2010s50
2020s70

Meaning & origin

Keiler is a modern name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2006, reflecting a trend of surname-style names entering the mainstream. Its rank in 2025 was 7,194, with approximately 1 in 155,280 boys receiving the name that year. The name has been rising in use since 2010, and its peak year so far was 2024, indicating a slow but steady growth in popularity. With no strong historical or cultural associations, Keiler remains an uncommon and flexible choice for parents who prefer unique names with a contemporary feel.

Keiler appears to be a modern coinage, likely influenced by the surname Keiler or as a variant of Kyler. The surname Keiler has Dutch and German origins, derived from a word for 'fork' or 'hook,' possibly referring to a maker of hooks. As a given name, Keiler has been used in the United States since the early 2000s, reflecting a trend of surname-style names.

Nicknames & variants

Variants: Kyler, Keeler

Sibling names for Keiler

Names that share Keiler's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Keiler mean?
Keiler is of uncertain origin, possibly a variant of Kyler or a surname meaning 'fork' or 'hook' from Dutch/German roots.
How popular is the name Keiler?
Keiler is rare. In 2025, it ranked 7,194 in the U.S., with about 1 in 155,280 boys given the name that year.
Is Keiler a boy's name?
Keiler is almost exclusively used for boys.