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Blake vs Kyle

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Blake

Boy #265 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"dark one, black"

Origin: Old English blaec

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#265
Total SSA Count
1,311
Syllables
1
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

Blake Rank #265
Kyle Rank #440

Blake is more popular, ranked #265 vs #440 for Kyle.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Blake or Kyle more popular?

Blake is more popular, ranked #265 compared to Kyle at #440 in the United States.

What do Blake and Kyle mean?

Blake means "dark one, black" (Old English blaec origin). Kyle means "narrow strait, channel" (Scottish Gaelic (caol) origin).

Are Blake and Kyle boy or girl names?

Blake is primarily a boy name. Kyle is primarily a boy name.

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