Lyall
Pronunciation: [ l-EYE-uhl ]
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Lyall first appeared in US Social Security records in 1951.
Over 79 babies have been named Lyall in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Lyall is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #12,317 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #12,317
- Total SSA Count
- 8
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About the Name Lyall
Lyall is a boy name .
Lyall is currently ranked #12,317 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Lyall include Lya, Lyy, Lyie, and Lyakins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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