Lyall
boy name#9714 in 2025Lyall entered the US charts in 1912, peaked at #1885 in 1912, ranks #9714 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1912–2025
#9714
rank today
#1885
peak (1912)
7
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2377 |
| 1920s | #2848 |
| 1930s | #2916 |
| 1940s | #3160 |
| 1950s | #3521 |
| 1960s | #4044 |
| 1970s | #3836 |
| 1990s | #7770 |
| 2000s | #12553 |
| 2020s | #9230 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Lyall are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Lyall alive today was born around 1933, making them about 92 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lyall in 2025?
- Lyall ranks #9714 among US boy names in 2025, with 7 babies given the name.
- When was the name Lyall most popular?
- Lyall peaked in 1912, reaching #1885 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Lyall with classmates?
- Lyall will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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