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Harvey 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

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Harvey Rank #244
Kyle Rank #440

Harvey is more popular, ranked #244 vs #440 for Kyle.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Harvey or Kyle more popular?

Harvey is more popular, ranked #244 compared to Kyle at #440 in the United States.

What do Harvey and Kyle mean?

Harvey means "battle worthy" (Old Breton origin). Kyle means "narrow strait, channel" (Scottish Gaelic (caol) origin).

Are Harvey and Kyle boy or girl names?

Harvey is primarily a boy name. Kyle is primarily a boy name.

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