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Lyle vs Jon

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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Jon

Boy #893 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American Scandinavian Welsh English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#893
Total SSA Count
265
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Lyle Rank #1,021
Jon Rank #893

Jon is more popular, ranked #893 vs #1021 for Lyle.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lyle or Jon more popular?

Jon is more popular, ranked #893 compared to Lyle at #1021 in the United States.

What do Lyle and Jon mean?

Lyle means "the island, island dweller" (Norman French origin). Jon means "God is gracious" (Hebrew origin).

Are Lyle and Jon boy or girl names?

Lyle is primarily a boy name. Jon is primarily a boy name.

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