Declining since 2015, #10,107 for girls today.
Popularity of Skilar since 1990
Babies named Skilar per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 38 | 6 |
| 2000s | 118 | 37 |
| 2010s | 202 | 7 |
| 2020s | 57 | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Skilar is a modern spelling variant of Skyler, a name that originated from the Dutch surname Schuyler. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1990 and reached its peak popularity in 2016, ranking 10,107 with a one-in-178,585 birth frequency. Since 2015, its usage has been declining. The name is primarily given to girls, reflecting a broader trend of using surnames as first names, often with unique spellings. While not widely popular, Skilar appeals to parents seeking a distinctive version of a familiar name.
Skilar is a modern spelling variant of Skyler, which itself is an anglicized form of the Dutch surname Schuyler, derived from the Dutch word 'schuiler' meaning 'shielder' or 'shelter.' The name came into use as a first name in the 20th century, influenced by the surname. This particular spelling emerged in the 1990s, reflecting a trend toward unique phonetic spellings.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Sky, Skye
Sibling names for Skilar
Names that share Skilar's style, for a brother or sister.
