Skylee Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Skylee is a modern English name that combines the concept of the sky with the suffix -lee. It evolved from names like Sky and Kylie, and it means 'sky meadow.' It gained popularity in the late 20th century as a trendy name. The name is often perceived as unique and associated with a positive, adventurous image.
The name Skylee is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. 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, Skylee has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Skylee' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 11965th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2267th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1959th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Skylee' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Skylee"
Pronunciation
/ˈskaɪli/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Skylee is a contemporary name that is likely a combination of the name Sky and the suffix -lee, which is often used in names to denote a meadow or clearing.
Meaning
Sky meadow
Language Evolution
Sky, Skyla, Kylie
Historical Usage
Skylee has gained popularity in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a trendy and unique name for girls.
Variants & Derivatives
Sky, Kylie, Skyla, Skylie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Skylee is viewed as a modern and fashionable name, often associated with a free-spirited and adventurous personality.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Skylee"
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 "Skylee"
"Skylee" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 11965th of 27321 | 68 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2267th of 35406 | 1,270 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1959th of 30306 | 1,226 |
Regional Popularity of "Skylee" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Skylee" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
54.21% 2484th/4582 |
49.07% 2534th/5164 |
39.08% 2858th/7313 |
23.76% 1773rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
61.92% 2467th/3984 |
48.18% 2162nd/4487 |
33.66% 2296th/6822 |
24.04% 1509th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Skylee"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Skylee" 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.