Skye Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Skye Name at a Glance

Name	Skye
Meaning	Sheltering.
Origin	Dutch
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Skye Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Skye means “Sheltering”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Skye Name Origin

Our database records Skye under Dutch origin. Browse more Dutch baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Skye a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Skye is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Skye

When considering Skye for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.