Clayton vs Kyle

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

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Popularity Comparison

Clayton Rank #318
Kyle Rank #440

Clayton is more popular, ranked #318 vs #440 for Kyle.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clayton or Kyle more popular?

Clayton is more popular, ranked #318 compared to Kyle at #440 in the United States.

What do Clayton and Kyle mean?

Kyle means "narrow strait, channel" (Scottish Gaelic (caol) origin).

Are Clayton and Kyle boy or girl names?

Clayton is primarily a boy name. Kyle is primarily a boy name.

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