Lyle

Male

Meaning

From The Island

Origin

Scottish

Pronunciation

/laɪl/

Traits associated with the name Lyle:

Lyle has an elegant sound to it that really closes the gap between dog and human.

Dogs named Lyle tend to be loving, good-natured, brave, and hard-working. This name is also associated with companionship.

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

Naming your dog Lyle suggests that you have a sense of humor and enjoy being creative with your pet's name. It also suggests that you may have a fondness for classic names.

Is Lyle a good dog name?

Lyle 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. Lyle 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

2,652
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2,067
New York City Dog Name Database
2,402
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Lyle was, in the past month, the 2881st most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of December 2024, Lyle 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, Lyle was viewed 70 times, and liked 1 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Lyle is most adored in Massachusetts, Kentucky and Arizona.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Illinois, Tennessee and Montana.

Popularity: Around The World

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

Most popular breeds named Lyle:

  1. Poodle
  2. English Bulldog
  3. German Shepherd
  4. Norwich Terrier
  5. Doberman Pinscher

Lyle is found in these categories:

cute dog names
cute

Evokes a playful vibe, reminiscent of beloved children's book character Lyle Crocodile.

Dog names like Lyle:

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Lyle dog name meaning

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