Declining since 1997.
Popularity of Kile since 1920
Babies named Kile per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 15 |
| 1930s | 5 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 16 |
| 1960s | 63 |
| 1970s | 90 |
| 1980s | 243 |
| 1990s | 330 |
| 2000s | 239 |
| 2010s | 64 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Kile is a rare masculine name that appears as a spelling variant of the more common Kyle. According to U.S. Social Security data, the name first appeared in records in 1920. It reached its peak popularity in 1996, but since 1997 its usage has been falling. The name has never been widespread enough to rank in the top 1000 names nationally, and its rarity means no top states have recorded notable usage. For parents seeking an uncommon twist on a familiar sound, Kile offers a straightforward alternative to Kyle.
Kile is a rare given name, most likely a variant of Kyle. Kyle derives from a Scottish surname, which itself comes from the Gaelic word 'caol' meaning 'narrow' or 'strait', referring to a narrow channel of water. The name Kyle has been used as a first name since the 20th century, and Kile emerged as a spelling variant. The name peaked in usage in the United States in 1996, but has been falling in popularity since 1997.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Kyle
Sibling names for Kile
Names that share Kile's style, for a brother or sister.
