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Xylo

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Pronounced ZYE-loh /ˈzaΙͺ.loʊ/Medium

Meaning: woodMedium

In 30 seconds: Xylo is a modern Greek-rooted coinage meaning 'wood'.
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Origin MediumGreek (modern coinage)
Meaningwood
U.S. rank (2025)#1903 β†— Rising
2025 U.S. births83 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2025
Total births (all-time)β‰ˆ 252

Popularity in the U.S. Β· SSA data

peak 202520182025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Xylo is a recently coined name drawn from the Greek element 'xylo-', meaning wood, the same root found in words like xylophone. As a modern invention, it has little history as a personal name, but its meaning is clear and genuinely Greek. Honestly, it is novel enough that its use is still taking shape.

The striking 'X' opening and short 'Zy-lo' sound give it a bold, contemporary edge.

Did you know? The meaning usually attached to Xylo is 'wood', and that core idea is what gives the name most of its long-term appeal.
Overall data confidence 70%
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If you like Xylo…

Xanderβ€” Another modern name led by the eye-catching 'X' sound.
Miloβ€” Shares Xylo's bright '-lo' ending and short, modern feel.
Ryloβ€” a similarly popular pick
Osloβ€” echoes that soft -lo sound
Meloβ€” the same unisex feel

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Xylo mean?

Xylo is usually explained as meaning 'wood' and is most often linked with English tradition.

How do you pronounce Xylo?

It's commonly said ZYE-loh /ˈzaΙͺ.loʊ/.

Is Xylo a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Xylo is used as a boy name.

How popular is Xylo?

In 2024, Xylo ranked #2543 in the U.S. for boys, with 53 births recorded.

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