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Barron vs Kye

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Barron Rank #1,016
Kye Rank #1,197

Barron is more popular, ranked #1016 vs #1197 for Kye.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Barron or Kye more popular?

Barron is more popular, ranked #1016 compared to Kye at #1197 in the United States.

What do Barron and Kye mean?

Barron means "young warrior, free man" (Germanic origin). Kye means "narrow strait" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Barron and Kye boy or girl names?

Barron is primarily a boy name. Kye is primarily a boy name.

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