Dyke Name Meaning, Popularity and Origins
Origin:
English
Gender Distribution:
100% Masculine / 0% Feminine
Meaning:
Dyke is an English surname meaning someone who lived near a ditch or embankment, but it can also be a derogatory slang term.
Meaning of the Name Dyke
Dyke is an English surname that was originally used to refer to someone who lived near a ditch or embankment. The word 'dyke' has Dutch origins and means a barrier or dam. It can also be a derogatory slang term used to insult a lesbian or a masculine woman.
Popularity of the Name Dyke
The popularity for the name Dyke peaked in popularity in the year 1956 with 14 births, which ranked number 5,350 out of 10,219 unique names for that year. Dyke had the most male births in 1956 with 14, which ranked number 2,167 out of 4,454 male names.
Nationwide Popularity of Dyke
Popularity of Dyke by State
We have no state ranking data available for the name Dyke. This means no states recorded more than 5 births for Dyke in the most recent calendar year. If you are looking for a rare or unique name, Dyke is a great pick!
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