Stiles

“steep or craggy place”

American origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#2057US 2023

73Births / yr

↑Rising

578All-time births

📅 Since 191300

How to pronounce Stiles

STEYELZ

/ˈstaɪlz/ · stress on STEYELZ · 1 syllable

“steep or craggy place”

American origin · Boy name

What does Stiles mean and where does it come from?

Stiles is derived from a surname of Old English origin, originally indicating someone who lives by a steep hill or crag. The name Stiles has been used as a given name in modern times, particularly in the United States and England. One notable figure with this name is Stiles P. Dorr, a prominent 19th

Cultural significance

Stiles has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of steep or craggy place.

Peak popularity

Reached #2257 in 2016 — currently #2057 in the US.

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How else can you spell Stiles?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

Styles

Spelling variant

What middle names flow best with Stiles?

Stiles works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Stiles Grace

How popular is Stiles right now?

Rising fast — up 259 spots — currently #2057 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1990–2023#2057 · Top 1.5%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#2057	73	▲ up 259 · +18% births
2022	#2316	62	▼ down 209 · -10% births
2021	#2107	69	▲ up 498 · +44% births
2020	#2605	48	▲ up 119 · +9% births
2015	#2724	44	▲ up 7052 · +529% births
2010	#9776	7	▼ down 1395 · -12% births
2005	#8381	8	▲ up 634 · +60% births
1995	#9015	5	▼ down 1718 · -17% births
1990	#7297	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Stiles

Best Year2023Rank #2057

Peak Count73

Average Rank#5142

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1990 - 20239 years

The story of Stiles

Stiles entered American naming records in 1913 and has been in use for over 111 years. With 578 total births recorded, Stiles remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #7297 in 1990 to #2057 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Stiles in 2016:

Noah Liam William Mason James

Stiles by decade

Stiles peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	5
1920s	28
1930s	5
1940s	5
1950s	5
1980s	14
1990s	37
2000s	73
2010s ★	358
2020s	48

💎Stiles has only 578 total recorded births since 1913 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Stiles?

Common

StiStilStilieStilyIles

What names sound and feel like Stiles?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Stiles also consider these

Stilez

American · English

Styles

English · Fashionable, a name

Niles

American · from the valley

Stiney

American · A diminutive of

Stiven

American · A variant of

Miles

English · Soldier

Stokes

American · a surname derived

Briles

Celtic · A Celtic name

Common questions about the name Stiles

What does the name Stiles mean?

Stiles means "steep or craggy place" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Stiles?

Stiles is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Stiles have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Stiles?

Stiles originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Stiles?

Stiles is a one-syllable name pronounced S T AY1 L Z. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

How does Stiles sound with different last names?

As a one-syllable name, Stiles flows best with last names of two or three syllables. Avoid last names ending in the same sound as Stiles ends, as this can create an unwanted rhyme. Test by saying the full name out loud several times.