Skylar

Skylar is a Dutch-origin name transferred from the surname Schuyler, meaning 'scholar' or derived from the Dutch schuilen meaning 'to shelter.' It has become a popular unisex name with a breezy, open feel that evokes wide skies and freedom.

Skylar is a name that feels as open as the sky it references. It has a light, modern quality that works beautifully on pets with a free-spirited, independent nature — the dog who runs ahead on the trail without looking back, the cat who disappears for hours and returns with a self-satisfied expression. The Dutch heritage gives it a subtle European refinement, while the sky imagery keeps it fresh and aspirational. Skylar is equally appealing for female and male pets.