Question: is boyle a viking name?
Answer: Boyle is one of the 50 most popular surnames in Ireland. It is derived from the ancient Gaelic name Ó Baoghill. There are numerous variations to the name Boyle including O'Boyle, Boyles, Boal and Boyall. ... Another says that the name 'Baoghill' comes from the old Gaelic word 'geall' which means 'pledge'.