The spelling of the name Skuyler is derived from the Dutch language. The IPA transcription of Skuyler is /ˈskaɪlər/ where the first syllable is pronounced as "skye" and the second syllable is pronounced as "ler". Skuyler is a variation of the name Schuyler, which means "scholar" or "scholarly". This name has been popularized by famous personalities such as Schuyler Colfax, the 17th Vice President of the United States, and Schuyler Bailar, the first transgender athlete to compete in any sport on an NCAA Division I men's team.
The name "Skuyler" has Dutch origins and it is derived from the Dutch surname "Schuyler". The surname itself originates from the Dutch word "schuilen" which means "to hide" or "shelter". Therefore, "Skuyler" originally referred to someone who worked or resided near a shelter or a hiding place. Over time, it evolved into a given name.