Skylar

Meaning & Origin

Skylar is a modern variant of the Dutch surname Schuyler, meaning “scholar.” Its dreamy, sky-adjacent sound has also connected it informally to the word “sky,” boosting its appeal as a nature-tinged, unisex option.

Popularity

Skylar has grown quickly in the US as a favored unisex name, used for both boys and girls, especially popular over the past fifteen years.

Nicknames & Variations

• Sky
• Skyler (alternate spelling)

Similar Names

• Rowan
• Riley
• Emerson
• Quinn

Personality & Trivia

Skylar is often seen as free-spirited and dreamy, a modern variant of the Dutch surname Schuyler meaning “scholar,” informally tied to the word “sky.” Its airy sound has made it a fast-rising unisex favorite.

Famous People Named Skylar

• Skylar Astin, actor
• Skylar Grey, singer-songwriter

Quick Facts

• Gender: Unisex
• Origin: Dutch
• Meaning: Scholar
• Pronunciation: SKY-ler