Glyde
A boy's name of Old English origin with 5 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
Glyde is a one-syllable boy's name with a open, approachable sound — ending on a vowel softens the overall impression. With only 5 recorded U.S. births, it is exceptionally rare — the kind of name most people encounter for the first time when they meet your child.
Glyde is not in the current top 1,000 boy names nationally, making it an uncommon choice — though your state or community may differ.
Glyde is a boy's baby name of Old English origin, a surname used as a given name, from the Old English meaning 'to glide' or 'to flow smoothly' — evoking grace, ease of movement, and effortless confidence.
EtymologyShow more
Glyde is cataloged under the Old English naming tradition. Names from the Old English tradition carry linguistic and cultural patterns that shape their sound, structure, and associations.
In the U.S., Glyde has been recorded as a boy's name since 1918, with 5 total births. Browse the Old English names hub on this site to explore the broader family.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Glyde has 1+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 1918.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 1910s | 5 | — |
The Story of Glyde
A Greatest Generation name
Peaking in 1918, Glyde is a name steeped in history. Boys named Glyde are most likely born between 1918 and 1918.
How rare is Glyde?
With fewer than 500 recorded births, Glyde is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 1918, peaked in the 1910s with 5 births that decade.
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(1 years, 1918–1918)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1918 | 5 | #4422 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 1918–1918