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Remi vs Lyle

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Remi

Boy #808 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"oarsman"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

French American Belgian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#808
Total SSA Count
310
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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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Popularity Comparison

Remi Rank #808
Lyle Rank #1,021

Remi is more popular, ranked #808 vs #1021 for Lyle.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Remi or Lyle more popular?

Remi is more popular, ranked #808 compared to Lyle at #1021 in the United States.

What do Remi and Lyle mean?

Remi means "oarsman" (Latin origin). Lyle means "the island, island dweller" (Norman French origin).

Are Remi and Lyle boy or girl names?

Remi is primarily a boy name. Lyle is primarily a boy name.

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