Schuyler Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Schuyler is a Dutch name meaning 'scholar.' It has evolved from a surname to a given name, reflecting qualities of intelligence and education. It has no biblical relevance and gained popularity in the U.S. during the 17th and 18th centuries. Notable individuals with this name include Philip Schuyler and characters from 'Hamilton.'
The name Schuyler is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Schuyler has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Schuyler' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1947th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2213th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1776th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1882nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 979th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1979th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5445th out of 23106 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 8881st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9563rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3444th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3868th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7509th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Schuyler' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Schuyler"
Pronunciation
/ˈskaɪlər/
Origin
Dutch
Etymology
The name Schuyler originates from the Dutch word 'schuyler,' which means 'scholar' or 'scholarly person.' It was used as a surname before becoming a given name.
Meaning
scholar
Language Evolution
Schuyler (Dutch), Schuyler (English adaptation)
Historical Usage
The name Schuyler gained popularity in the United States in the 17th and 18th centuries, particularly among families of Dutch descent.
Variants & Derivatives
Skyler, Skylor
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Schuyler is seen as a unique and sophisticated name, often associated with intelligence and education.
Famous People
Philip Schuyler, an American politician and general during the American Revolutionary War, Schuyler Sisters, characters from the musical 'Hamilton'
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Schuyler"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Schuyler"
"Schuyler" Popularity Across American Generations
Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
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G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1947th of 7545 | 263 |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2213th of 6773 | 209 |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1776th of 7552 | 369 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1882nd of 10718 | 373 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 979th of 16616 | 1,680 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1979th of 24088 | 1,009 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 5445th of 23106 | 202 |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 8881st of 12526 | 23 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 9563rd of 19264 | 51 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3444th of 27321 | 466 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3868th of 35406 | 585 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 7509th of 30306 | 180 |
Regional Popularity of "Schuyler" by Generation for Male Names
TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
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G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
64.03% 883rd/1379 |
- | - |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
65.87% 1025th/1556 |
- | - |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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41.40% 1006th/2430 |
- |
60.61% 1682nd/2775 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
55.90% 1947th/3483 |
- |
48.64% 1967th/4044 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
28.49% 1050th/3685 |
19.80% 886th/4475 |
29.92% 1554th/5194 |
16.70% 1055th/6317 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
42.78% 1960th/4582 |
29.92% 1545th/5164 |
41.16% 3010th/7313 |
28.93% 2159th/7463 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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Regional Popularity of "Schuyler" by Generation for Female Names
TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
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G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
100.00% 3685th/3685 |
56.31% 2520th/4475 |
100.00% 5194th/5194 |
75.86% 4792nd/6317 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
45.14% 2331st/5164 |
57.75% 4223rd/7313 |
83.68% 6245th/7463 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Schuyler"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Schuyler" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.