Kyle

Male

Meaning

Irish for handsome

Origin

Scottish

Pronunciation

/kaɪl/

Traits associated with the name Kyle:

Dogs named Kyle tend to be loving, affectionate, brave, and resilient. This name is also associated with beauty, companionship, and courage.

What does it say about you to have a dog named Kyle?

Naming your dog Kyle may suggest that you have a strong connection to the name, or that you have a fondness for it. It could also suggest that you have a sense of humor or a playful nature.

Is Kyle a good dog name?

Kyle has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Kyle isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

Popularity: Overall

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1,221
New York City Dog Name Database
1,117
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

Kyle is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!

Popularity: Historical Trend

Kyle was, in the past month, the 3162nd most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of March 2024, Kyle is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.

In the past week, Kyle was viewed 48 times, and liked 1 times.

Popularity: United States

The map below shows Kyle's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Kyle is most adored in Missouri, Florida and Washington.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in New York, Pennsylvania and California.

Popularity: Around The World

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Kyle.

Most popular breeds named Kyle:

  1. German Shepherd
  2. Labrador Retriever
  3. Cocker Spaniel
  4. Shih Tzu
  5. American Staffordshire Terrier

Famous dogs named Kyle:

  • film icon A dog named Kyle played a role in the movie Despicable Me.

Kyle is found in these categories:

scottish dog names
scottish

Derived from a Scottish Gaelic word meaning "narrow strait or channel".

military dog names
military

Often associated with strength and bravery, common traits in soldiers.

beautiful dog names
beautiful

Evokes charm and elegance, inspired by South Park's charismatic character.

Dog names like Kyle:

Hindi for beautiful/handsome
From Kincaith
Supplanter
Strong, healthy second son
From The Village With The Church
Bold, sharp
Kyle dog name meaning

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Zuamely (Florida, United States)
I named my puppy Kyle after Kyle Kuzma the basketball player, and today it occurred to me to look for the meaning and it hits him a lot
July 26, 2023 ◆ Translated

Let us know what you think of Kyle as a dog name!