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Duncan vs Kye

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Duncan

Boy #1,104 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"dark warrior"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish British American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,104
Total SSA Count
194
Syllables
2
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

Duncan Rank #1,104
Kye Rank #1,197

Duncan is more popular, ranked #1104 vs #1197 for Kye.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Duncan or Kye more popular?

Duncan is more popular, ranked #1104 compared to Kye at #1197 in the United States.

What do Duncan and Kye mean?

Duncan means "dark warrior" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Kye means "narrow strait" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Duncan and Kye boy or girl names?

Duncan is primarily a boy name. Kye is primarily a boy name.

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