Jake vs Kyle

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jake

Boy #423 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"may God protect"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #440 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"narrow strait, channel"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic (caol)

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Jake Rank #423

Kyle Rank #440

Jake is more popular, ranked #423 vs #440 for Kyle.

Is Jake or Kyle more popular?

Jake is more popular, ranked #423 compared to Kyle at #440 in the United States.

What do Jake and Kyle mean?

Jake means "may God protect" (Hebrew origin). Kyle means "narrow strait, channel" (Scottish Gaelic (caol) origin).

Are Jake and Kyle boy or girl names?

Jake is primarily a boy name. Kyle is primarily a boy name.