Kylo
A gender-neutral name of Scandinavian origin meaning "warrior" or "strong".
Name Census estimates that about 4,592 living Americans carry the first name Kylo. It sits at #373 in the overall ranking, outside the top 50 but still well-represented. It is a predominantly male name (98.3% of registrations). The average person named Kylo today is around 5 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Kylo births was 2024 (882 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Kylo. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
For a British comparison, Name Census UK has a UK baby-name profile for Kylo with official rankings and popularity over time.
Key insights
- • Although Kylo is used almost entirely for boys, the SSA data does show 77 girls registered with the name since 1880.
- • Kylo is a relatively new arrival in the SSA data. The average bearer is just 5 years old, meaning it gained most of its traction in the last two decades.
People living today
4.6K
~ 1 in 74,642 Americans
Peak year
2024
882 babies that year
Average age
5
years old
2024 SSA rank
#373
Tracked since 1979
Gender
Gender distribution for Kylo
Kylo leans heavily male at 98.3% of total registrations, but 77 girls have also been registered with the name over the years, giving it a small but present crossover presence.
Kylo as a male name
- Ranked #373 in 2024
- 869 male births in 2024
- Peak: 2024 (869 births)
Kylo as a female name
- Ranked #8,185 in 2024
- 13 female births in 2024
- Peak: 2023 (16 births)
Popularity
Kylo: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Kylo from the 1970s through to the 2020s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2020s, with 3,656 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Kylo by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Kylo during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Kylos live
The SSA's state-level files cover 43 states and territories. California, Texas, Florida recorded the most babies named Kylo, while Nebraska, Maine, Delaware recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 94 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Kylo
The name Kylo is a relatively modern invention, likely inspired by the Greek word "kylos," meaning "crooked" or "bent." The name does not appear to have any direct linguistic roots in ancient languages or cultures, nor is it found in historical texts or religious scriptures.
One of the earliest recorded uses of the name Kylo was in the late 20th century, when it began to appear as a given name in some English-speaking countries. However, its popularity remained relatively low until the 2010s, when it gained wider recognition due to the character Kylo Ren in the Star Wars sequel trilogy films.
Throughout history, there are a few notable individuals who have borne the name Kylo, although it is essential to note that these instances are relatively rare and modern. Kylo Ren, portrayed by actor Adam Driver, is perhaps the most well-known bearer of the name due to his role as the main antagonist in the Star Wars sequel trilogy films, which were released between 2015 and 2019.
Another individual with the name Kylo was Kylo Pearson, an American singer-songwriter born in 1995, who gained recognition for his work in the indie rock and folk genres. Kylo Taffernaberry, born in 1987, is an Australian rules football player who has played for several teams in the Australian Football League (AFL) since 2006.
Kylo Canagaratna, born in 1993, is a British actor and writer known for his work in television and theater productions. Kylo Mylett, born in 1986, is an American professional basketball player who has played in various leagues around the world, including the NBA G League and leagues in Europe and Asia.
It is worth noting that while the name Kylo has gained some popularity in recent years, particularly in English-speaking countries, it remains a relatively uncommon name overall. Its modern origins and lack of deep historical roots make it a unique and distinctive choice for parents looking for a contemporary and unconventional name for their child.
People
Kylo + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Kylo as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with K
Other first names starting with K with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Kylo: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Kylo?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 4,592 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Kylo going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 74,642 US residents.
Is Kylo a common name?
We classify Kylo as "Rare". It ranks above 96.4% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 4,623 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Kylo most popular?
The single biggest year for Kylo was 2024, when 882 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Kylo is about 5 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Kylo in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Kylo a male name?
Yes, 98.3% of people registered as Kylo in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Kylo still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Kylo in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Kylo can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have Kylo as a first name?
For a quick modern take, check how many people share the name Kylo on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org.