Gary vs Kye

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gary

Boy #1,133 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"spear ruler"

Origin: Germanic

American English Irish

12 High Risk

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Boy #1,197 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"narrow strait"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Scottish Welsh Australian American

✓ All Clear

Gary Rank #1,133

Kye Rank #1,197

Gary is more popular, ranked #1133 vs #1197 for Kye.

Is Gary or Kye more popular?

Gary is more popular, ranked #1133 compared to Kye at #1197 in the United States.

What do Gary and Kye mean?

Gary means "spear ruler" (Germanic origin). Kye means "narrow strait" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Gary and Kye boy or girl names?

Gary is primarily a boy name. Kye is primarily a boy name.