Rising since 1986, #2,091 for boys today.
Popularity of Stiles since 1913
Babies named Stiles per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 5 |
| 1920s | 28 |
| 1930s | 5 |
| 1940s | 5 |
| 1950s | 5 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 14 |
| 1990s | 37 |
| 2000s | 73 |
| 2010s | 358 |
| 2020s | 419 |
Meaning & origin
Stiles is a modern surname-turned-given name that has seen a notable rise since the mid-1980s. Its peak popularity occurred in 2024, when it reached its highest rank on record. The name is most common in Tennessee, Pennsylvania, and Ohio. With just over 1 in 24,000 boys receiving the name in 2025, it remains rare and distinctive. Parents drawn to Stiles often appreciate its crisp, one-syllable sound and trendy surname style, similar to other popular choices like Finn and Wyatt.
Stiles is an English surname transferred to given name use. It derives from Middle English 'stile', referring to a set of steps over a fence or wall. The surname likely originated as a topographic name for someone who lived near a prominent stile. As a given name, its use is modern and rare, gaining some popularity in the early 21st century.
Where Stiles is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Sty
Variants: Styles
Sibling names for Stiles
Names that share Stiles's style, for a brother or sister.
