The name Kile has a rich history and multiple origins. Kile is derived from the Old Norse word 'kÃll', meaning 'wedge', and is associated with Norwegian and German origins, meaning "son of the servant of the slender one, " and also has roots in German and Norwegian. In the United States, Kile has not seen an increase in popularity in the US; in fact, it reached its peak in 1996 and was not used at all in 2021, moving from the 6570th to the 6486th most popular surname. The name is associated with Celtic origins, referring to a place name meaning "narrow" or "straight. " It has become a poetic and charming name, particularly in the context of Scottish and Irish heritage.
