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Skylar

58 replies

Ringround · 29/05/2026 16:20

Thoughts on Skylar for a girl? I find it pretty but cannot picture it on a woman who is 30+. I'm thinking it might be one of those names that doesn't age well because of the youthful quality it has.

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BoleynMemories13 · 29/05/2026 16:56

It's not to my taste at all. I certainly wouldn't describe it as pretty, although Skye is quite nice.

Skylar is way too trendy for me. I'm actually the opposite to you, I don't think it suits a baby/young child as it sounds quite harsh to my eyes. I can picture it more on a teen/young woman.

We all have different tastes though.

calishire · 29/05/2026 16:55

I’ve always absolutely loved this name. It was on my list for a girl but I got two boys and my husband didn’t like it. I think it’s beautiful for any age.

manovertheroad · 29/05/2026 16:54

I don’t like it - it’s quite hard to say iykwim (doesn’t flow well? Hard to explain) - I prefer Skye on its own, but appreciate that’s a different to name entirely.

minipie · 29/05/2026 16:51

I like Skye but not convinced about Skylar.

Peanutlicious · 29/05/2026 16:50

I really like it and think it works for all ages.

Raciney · 29/05/2026 16:25

Always reminds me of a skylight

or the famous Skyler sisters/ family. It’s a surname usually

RS1987 · 29/05/2026 16:23

I don’t like it but definitely don’t see it as youthful either

giemepeace · 29/05/2026 16:22

It’s not for me. But Skylar from Breaking Bad is 30+, I think that’s where the name became popular?