Schyler
Schyler is a boy's name of Dutch origin.
Meaning
Scholar or hideout/protection.
Origin and history
Schyler is a spelling variant of the Dutch surname Skyler or Schuyler, which made its way into American usage as a given name. Historically meaning 'scholar' or 'protection', it gained minor popularity in the late 20th century. Today it remains a rare alternative spelling for boys in the United States.
Popularity in the United States
772 babies in the United States have been named Schyler since 1880. It ranks #3904 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1922.
States where it is most popular
- CA (53.1 %)
- IL (15.6 %)
- NY (15.6 %)
- TX (15.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 5 |
| 1980-1990 | 143 |
| 1990-2000 | 369 |
| 2000-2010 | 182 |
| 2010-2019 | 68 |
| 2020-2029 | 5 |
Fun facts
- Schyler originated as a variant of the Dutch surname Schuyler, brought to America by early Dutch settlers in New York.
- While Skyler and Schuyler are more common, Schyler emerged as an alternative phonetic blend of both spellings.