Lyle (surname) explained

Lyle is a surname of Scottish origin. [1] The name is Anglo-French, rooted in the words de isle, meaning ‘from the island’ (from Latin de insula). [2] It is unknown which island the name refers to, but is likely either Ireland or a specific smaller island off the coast of Great Britain. [3] The similar name "de Insula" can be traced back to at least Radulphus de Insula,[1] 11th-century Lord of Duchal Castle.

Notable people with the surname include:

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Notes and References

  1. Book: Sims . Clifford Stanley . The Origin and Signification of Scottish Surnames. With a Vocabulary of Christian Names. . 1862 . J. Munsell . Albany, New York . 1060940902 . 70 . Internet Archive.
  2. Book: Hanks . Patrick . The Dictionary of American Family Names. . 2003 . Oxford University Press.
  3. Book: Hanks . Patrick . The Dictionary of American Family Names. . 2003 . Oxford University Press.