Kile: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: k-eel-eh
Origin: United States
gender-male

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Region Origin: North America
Meaning: Wedge

The name Kile has a rich history and multiple origins. Kile is derived from the Old Norse word 'kíll', 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.

Kile Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Kile is currently #22674 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Kile is currently #9753 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Kile is currently #10903 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Kile is currently #4723 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Kile is currently #11754 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Kile is currently #5095 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names
chat-overall Australian: Kile is currently #11110 on Kiindred Australian Names

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