Grey vs Lyle

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Grey

Boy #878 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"gray-haired one"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #1,021 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"the island, island dweller"

Origin: Norman French

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Grey Rank #878

Lyle Rank #1,021

Grey is more popular, ranked #878 vs #1021 for Lyle.

Is Grey or Lyle more popular?

Grey is more popular, ranked #878 compared to Lyle at #1021 in the United States.

What do Grey and Lyle mean?

Grey means "gray-haired one" (Old English origin). Lyle means "the island, island dweller" (Norman French origin).

Are Grey and Lyle boy or girl names?

Grey is primarily a boy name. Lyle is primarily a boy name.