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Girl name

Skylar

Skylar is a girl’s name of Dutch origin, meaning “scholar.” It currently ranks #107 for US girls and is falling.

Meaning
Scholar.
Origin
Dutch
US rank
#55
Syllables
2
Letters
6
Starts with
S

Skylar's popularity over time

↓ Falling
#107 in 2023Peak rank #42US SSA · girls
#1#54#107201320182023

Source: US Social Security Administration national name data. Lower rank = more popular.

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Frequently asked about Skylar

What does the name Skylar mean?

Skylar means "Scholar." and is of Dutch origin.

Is Skylar a boy or girl name?

Skylar is most commonly used as a girl name in the United States.

How popular is the name Skylar?

Skylar ranked #107 for US girls in 2023. Over the past decade its popularity has been falling (peak rank #42).

How many syllables are in Skylar?

Skylar has 2 syllables and 6 letters.

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