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Lyle vs Casper

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lyle

Boy #1,021 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"the island, island dweller"

Origin: Norman French

Cultural Roots

Scottish American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,021
Total SSA Count
218
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Casper

Boy #881 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"treasurer, keeper of treasure"

Origin: Persian

Cultural Roots

Dutch Scandinavian German English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#881
Total SSA Count
273
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Lyle Rank #1,021
Casper Rank #881

Casper is more popular, ranked #881 vs #1021 for Lyle.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lyle or Casper more popular?

Casper is more popular, ranked #881 compared to Lyle at #1021 in the United States.

What do Lyle and Casper mean?

Lyle means "the island, island dweller" (Norman French origin). Casper means "treasurer, keeper of treasure" (Persian origin).

Are Lyle and Casper boy or girl names?

Lyle is primarily a boy name. Casper is primarily a boy name.

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