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Ash vs Kye

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ash

Boy #1,152 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"ash tree"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,152
Total SSA Count
182
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Kye

Boy #1,197 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"narrow strait"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Welsh Australian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,197
Total SSA Count
171
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ash Rank #1,152
Kye Rank #1,197

Ash is more popular, ranked #1152 vs #1197 for Kye.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ash or Kye more popular?

Ash is more popular, ranked #1152 compared to Kye at #1197 in the United States.

What do Ash and Kye mean?

Ash means "ash tree" (Old English origin). Kye means "narrow strait" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Ash and Kye boy or girl names?

Ash is primarily a boy name. Kye is primarily a boy name.

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