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Kye vs Benaiah

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
Benaiah Rank #1,286

Kye is more popular, ranked #1197 vs #1286 for Benaiah.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kye or Benaiah more popular?

Kye is more popular, ranked #1197 compared to Benaiah at #1286 in the United States.

What do Kye and Benaiah mean?

Kye means "narrow strait" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Benaiah means "God has built, Yahweh has built" (Hebrew origin).

Are Kye and Benaiah boy or girl names?

Kye is primarily a boy name. Benaiah is primarily a boy name.

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