Gerald vs Kye

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gerald

Boy #1,168 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"rule of the spear, spear ruler"

Origin: Germanic

English Irish American

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Boy #1,197 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"narrow strait"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Scottish Welsh Australian American

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Gerald Rank #1,168

Kye Rank #1,197

Gerald is more popular, ranked #1168 vs #1197 for Kye.

Is Gerald or Kye more popular?

Gerald is more popular, ranked #1168 compared to Kye at #1197 in the United States.

What do Gerald and Kye mean?

Gerald means "rule of the spear, spear ruler" (Germanic origin). Kye means "narrow strait" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Gerald and Kye boy or girl names?

Gerald is primarily a boy name. Kye is primarily a boy name.