Palmer vs Lyle

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Palmer

Boy #1,079 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"pilgrim, palm branch bearer"

Origin: Old French

English American

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Boy #1,021 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"the island, island dweller"

Origin: Norman French

Scottish American English

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Palmer Rank #1,079

Lyle Rank #1,021

Lyle is more popular, ranked #1021 vs #1079 for Palmer.

Is Palmer or Lyle more popular?

Lyle is more popular, ranked #1021 compared to Palmer at #1079 in the United States.

What do Palmer and Lyle mean?

Palmer means "pilgrim, palm branch bearer" (Old French origin). Lyle means "the island, island dweller" (Norman French origin).

Are Palmer and Lyle boy or girl names?

Palmer is primarily a boy name. Lyle is primarily a boy name.