The annual Gathering of Kyles in Kyle, Texas, failed to break the Guinness World Record for the largest same-name gathering once again. Despite gathering 706 Kyles in attendance, the event fell short of the current record of 2,325 set by a gathering of Ivans in 2017. The turnout was disappointing compared to last year’s event in Texas, which had 1,490 Kyles in attendance.
Organizers have not yet announced whether there will be another attempt to break the record in 2025. Many Kyles came together to participate in the event, but the numbers were not enough to surpass the existing record set by a different name group. The community in Kyle is feeling sad about the outcome of the Gathering of Kyles. However, organizers are evaluating the results and considering next steps for future events.
