Syler is of American origin, derived from an occupational surname meaning 'tile maker'. It gained popularity as a given name in the late 20th century, often used for boys but also suitable for girls.
The name Syler experienced a peak in popularity around the late 2000s to early 2010s, with a notable high of 65 births in 2009. However, there has been a steady decline since then, reaching a recent low of 8 births in 2023. Over the entire period from 1998 to 2023, there were a total of 743 babies named Syler born each year.