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Kye vs Bailey

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
Bailey Rank #1,270

Kye is more popular, ranked #1197 vs #1270 for Bailey.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kye or Bailey more popular?

Kye is more popular, ranked #1197 compared to Bailey at #1270 in the United States.

What do Kye and Bailey mean?

Kye means "narrow strait" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Bailey means "outer wall of a castle (bailey)" (Old French origin).

Are Kye and Bailey boy or girl names?

Kye is primarily a boy name. Bailey is primarily a boy name.

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