Chylo
Primarily a girl's name with 5 recorded births. Also given to 5 boys.
Meaning & Origin
Only 5 babies have been named Chylo in recorded U.S. history. That level of rarity means your child would almost certainly be the only one in their school, their workplace, and most rooms they walk into — a genuinely one-of-a-kind choice.
In the most recent SSA release, Chylo ranks #15729 among U.S. girl names — distinctive enough to stand out.
Chylo is a boy's and girl's baby name of uncertain origin, possibly a modern phonetic variant of Kylo or a creative spin on Schuyler, a Dutch name meaning 'scholar.' Its crisp, two-syllable sound gives it a contemporary appeal.
With its sleek, modern feel, Chylo suits parents looking for a short, striking name with an air of cool confidence.
EtymologyShow more
Chylo first shows up in U.S. Social Security records in 2024. A twenty-first-century entry, Chylo belongs to the newest generation of American names — often coined, blended, or borrowed from international sources.
Without a confirmed origin classification, Chylo may have arrived through family tradition, creative coinage, or cultural channels not yet documented in standard naming references.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Chylo has 1+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 2024.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 5 | — |
The Story of Chylo
A Gen Alpha name
Peaking in 2024, Chylo is a fresh, modern favorite. Girls named Chylo are most likely born between 2024 and 2024.
How rare is Chylo?
Only about 1 in every 720,000 babies born in 2024 was named Chylo — a truly uncommon choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 2024, peaked in the 2020s with 5 births that decade.
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(1 years, 2024–2024)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 5 | #15729 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
Chylo as a Boy's Name
Chylo is a true unisex name. As a boy's name, it has 5 recorded births since 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 2024–2024