Gender-Neutral Name · Dutch Origin
Skylar
Skylar — a neutral name from the Dutch tradition — is an uncommon, standout choice. Its meaning, "Scholar, sky", anchors the name in something deeper than sound alone. If Skyler is on your shortlist, Skylar belongs in the same conversation.
Skylar meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Scholar, sky
Origin: Dutch naming roots help connect Skylar to related Dutch baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Skylar as S·K·Y·L·A·R, with 6 letters and a gender-neutral usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Skylar is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Skylar variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Skylara, Skylare, Skylary, Skyla.
- Nicknames: Sky and S.
- Middle names: Pair Skylar with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Skylar middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Skyler, Saylor, Schuyler, Shamar, Sagar — full picks on the sibling names for Skylar guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Skylar? Browse our names like Skylar guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Skylar
What does the name Skylar mean?
Skylar means "Scholar, sky" and is of Dutch origin.
What is the origin of Skylar?
Skylar originates in Dutch naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Skylar?
Skylar has 6 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Skylar a boy's or girl's name?
Skylar is primarily used as a girl's name in US records.
How popular is Skylar in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Skylar sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Skylar?
Names that share Skylar's sound and style include Skyler, Saylor, Schuyler, Shamar, Sagar.
What middle names pair well with Skylar?
Good middle-name fits for Skylar pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Skylar is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Skylar is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Skylar?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Skylar share its rhythm without rhyming — Skyler, Saylor, Schuyler all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.