Karlyle is an uncommon yet distinctive given name of English origin, derived from the French surname Carlile, which itself originates from the Germanic name Karl, meaning "strong" or "free man". The name was first recorded in England during the Norman Conquest in 1066 and has since been adopted as a given name. Karlyle is not often encountered today, making it an appealing choice for parents seeking a unique yet historically grounded name for their child.
In recent years, there has been a notable fluctuation in the number of babies named Karlyle annually. While there were seven births in 2015, this figure dipped to five in both 2017 and 2018. Overall, over these three years, there have been a total of seventeen children named Karlyle.