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Kye vs Ash

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

Kye Rank #1,197
Ash Rank #1,152

Ash is more popular, ranked #1152 vs #1197 for Kye.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kye or Ash more popular?

Ash is more popular, ranked #1152 compared to Kye at #1197 in the United States.

What do Kye and Ash mean?

Kye means "narrow strait" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Ash means "ash tree" (Old English origin).

Are Kye and Ash boy or girl names?

Kye is primarily a boy name. Ash is primarily a boy name.

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