Lyle vs Semaj

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

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Semaj

Boy #1,067 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"James reversed — an ananym honoring the name James"

Origin: Modern American

Cultural Roots

American African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,067
Total SSA Count
204
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Lyle Rank #1,021
Semaj Rank #1,067

Lyle is more popular, ranked #1021 vs #1067 for Semaj.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lyle or Semaj more popular?

Lyle is more popular, ranked #1021 compared to Semaj at #1067 in the United States.

What do Lyle and Semaj mean?

Lyle means "the island, island dweller" (Norman French origin). Semaj means "James reversed — an ananym honoring the name James" (Modern American origin).

Are Lyle and Semaj boy or girl names?

Lyle is primarily a boy name. Semaj is primarily a boy name.

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