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Kristopher vs Kye

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Kristopher Rank #1,174
Kye Rank #1,197

Kristopher is more popular, ranked #1174 vs #1197 for Kye.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kristopher or Kye more popular?

Kristopher is more popular, ranked #1174 compared to Kye at #1197 in the United States.

What do Kristopher and Kye mean?

Kristopher means "bearer of Christ" (Greek origin). Kye means "narrow strait" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Kristopher and Kye boy or girl names?

Kristopher is primarily a boy name. Kye is primarily a boy name.

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