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Brett vs Kye

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Brett

Boy #1,061 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"a Breton, person from Brittany"

Origin: Celtic/Old French

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,061
Total SSA Count
205
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

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

Brett Rank #1,061
Kye Rank #1,197

Brett is more popular, ranked #1061 vs #1197 for Kye.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brett or Kye more popular?

Brett is more popular, ranked #1061 compared to Kye at #1197 in the United States.

What do Brett and Kye mean?

Brett means "a Breton, person from Brittany" (Celtic/Old French origin). Kye means "narrow strait" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Brett and Kye boy or girl names?

Brett is primarily a boy name. Kye is primarily a boy name.

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