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Alexis vs Kyle

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alexis

Boy #485 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"defender, protector"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek Russian American French Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#485
Total SSA Count
636
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Kyle

Boy #440 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"narrow strait, channel"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic (caol)

Cultural Roots

Scottish English Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#440
Total SSA Count
716
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Alexis Rank #485
Kyle Rank #440

Kyle is more popular, ranked #440 vs #485 for Alexis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alexis or Kyle more popular?

Kyle is more popular, ranked #440 compared to Alexis at #485 in the United States.

What do Alexis and Kyle mean?

Alexis means "defender, protector" (Greek origin). Kyle means "narrow strait, channel" (Scottish Gaelic (caol) origin).

Are Alexis and Kyle boy or girl names?

Alexis is primarily a boy name. Kyle is primarily a boy name.

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