Skye: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: ske-e-e-h

Skye Skye

Popularity: 262

Origin: United Kingdom

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Updated on Aug 14, 2024 · 2 mins read

Region Origin: British Isles

Meaning: Island of clouds

Skye is a gender-neutral name of Scottish origin, meaning "island of clouds" or "winged". The name is derived from the Norse word "ský," which means "cloud". It is also associated with the Isle of Skye, one of the largest islands in the Inner Hebrides of Scotland. The island was originally known as Eilean a' Cheò, which means "Island of the Mist" in Gaelic. Skye has a light and breezy nature, and it is inspired by the misty isle and the winged appearance of the island's peninsulas radiating from a mountainous center.

Skye Name Popularity Data

Skye is currently #262 in the popularity of the name rankings.

Girl: Skye is currently #130 on Kiindred Girl Names

Overall Nature: Skye is currently #96 on Kiindred Nature Names

Girl Nature: Skye is currently #61 on Kiindred Girl Nature Names

Overall Unique: Skye is currently #259 on Kiindred Unique Names

Girl Unique: Skye is currently #130 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

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Famous People Named Skye

This section lists notable individuals and public figures named Skye, showcasing their achievements and contributions in various fields.

Skye Sweetnam: Skye Sweetnam is a Canadian singer, songwriter, and actress known for her hit singles "Tangled Up in Me" and "Billy S."
Skye McCole Bartusiak: Skye McCole Bartusiak was an American actress known for her roles in "The Patriot," "Don't Say a Word," and "The Cider House Rules." She passed away in 2014.
Skye Edwards: Skye Edwards is an English singer-songwriter known for being the lead vocalist of the band Morcheeba.
Skye Gyngell: Skye Gyngell is an Australian chef and food writer known for her work at the London restaurant Petersham Nurseries and her cookbooks.
Skye Wheatley: is a reality TV star known for her appearances on "I'm a Celebrity.

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Skye: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

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