Skylar
Meaning of Skylar
Skylar is a popular female name with a modern feel, pronounced as SKY-lur (/ˈskaɪlər/) in English. The name Skylar also has a variant spelling, Skyler. Originating from the Dutch surname 'Schuyler', it means 'scholar' or 'protection'. Over the past decades, the popularity of this name has significantly grown in the United States. In 1984, it was ranked at 3874 but it has consistently climbed up the ranks, peaking at 42nd position in both 2016 and 2015. This upward trend reflects the increasing popularity of this beautiful name among new parents. With its sky-related connotation, the name Skylar might be associated with openness and imagination, making it an appealing choice for many families.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as SKY-lur (/ˈskaɪlər/)
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Notable People Named Skylar
| Skylar Grey, born Holly Brook Hafermann, is an American singer and songwriter who released her debut album at the age of 17. |
| Skylar Kierra Diggins-Smith is a highly accomplished American professional basketball player known for her successful career in the WNBA and her impressive achievements in high school and college basketball. |
| Skylar Star Stecker, also known as Skylar Simone, is an American singer and actress who released her debut studio album "This Is Me" in 2015 and her second album "Redemption" in 2019, followed by the EP "Earth Signs" in 2021, and continued to make waves with new R&B singles in 2022. |
| Skylar Astin Lipstein is an American actor and singer known for his roles in Pitch Perfect, Spring Awakening, Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, and Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist. |
| Skylar Park - Skylar M.-Y. Park is a Canadian taekwondo athlete, known for winning gold at the 2023 Pan American Games and representing Canada at the 2020 Summer Olympics. |
| Skylar Fontaine is an American ice hockey defender playing for the ZSC Lions Frauen in Switzerland. |
| Skylar Schneider is an American cyclist riding for the American amateur team L39ION of Los Angeles. |
