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Cormac 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

Cormac Rank #1,259
Kye Rank #1,197

Kye is more popular, ranked #1197 vs #1259 for Cormac.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cormac or Kye more popular?

Kye is more popular, ranked #1197 compared to Cormac at #1259 in the United States.

What do Cormac and Kye mean?

Cormac means "chariot boy" (Old Irish origin). Kye means "narrow strait" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Cormac and Kye boy or girl names?

Cormac is primarily a boy name. Kye is primarily a boy name.

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