Chyler
Primarily a girl's name of American origin with 295 recorded births. Also given to 52 boys.
Meaning & Origin
Chyler is a two-syllable girl's name with a active, energetic sound — often found in English occupational-style names. With only 295 recorded U.S. births, it is exceptionally rare — the kind of name most people encounter for the first time when they meet your child.
In the most recent SSA release, Chyler ranks #15728 among U.S. girl names — distinctive enough to stand out.
Chyler is a girl's and boy's baby name of American origin, a modern invented name possibly inspired by Tyler with a "Ch-" prefix, creating a distinctly feminine, contemporary sound. The name was popularized by actress Chyler Leigh (born 1982), known for her role in Grey's Anatomy.
Chyler has a sleek, contemporary energy — a name that feels of its moment, carrying the particular confidence of 2000s American naming where creative spelling and fresh sounds were a form of individuality.
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Chyler is cataloged under the American naming tradition. Names from the American tradition carry linguistic and cultural patterns that shape their sound, structure, and associations.
In the U.S., Chyler has been recorded as a girl's name since 2000, with 295 total births. Browse the American names hub on this site to explore the broader family.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Chyler was #11838 twenty years ago and has since drifted to #15728, but its charm endures.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 31 | ▼ |
| 2010s | 140 | ▲ |
| 2000s | 124 | — |
The Story of Chyler
A Gen Z name
Peaking in 2003, Chyler is a name that defines a generation. Girls named Chyler are most likely born between 2000 and 2013.
How rare is Chyler?
Only about 1 in every 720,000 babies born in 2024 was named Chyler — a truly uncommon choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 2000, peaked in the 2010s with 140 births that decade, and has gracefully settled into a quieter chapter.
Chyler by the numbers
- Would fill 6 school buses
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(23 years, 2000–2024)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 5 | #15728 |
| 2022 | 8 | #11420 |
| 2021 | 7 | #12475 |
| 2020 | 11 | #9068 |
| 2019 | 6 | #14182 |
| 2018 | 5 | #16208 |
| 2017 | 12 | #8914 |
| 2016 | 8 | #12022 |
| 2015 | 10 | #10297 |
| 2014 | 13 | #8579 |
| 2013 | 17 | #7121 |
| 2012 | 20 | #6393 |
| 2011 | 23 | #5775 |
| 2010 | 26 | #5274 |
| 2009 | 25 | #5576 |
| 2008 | 21 | #6393 |
| 2007 | 6 | #15923 |
| 2006 | 11 | #10055 |
| 2005 | 6 | #14879 |
| 2004 | 8 | #11838 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
Chyler as a Boy's Name
Though more common for girls, Chyler has a notable history as a boy's name too, with 52 births since 2000.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 2000–2024