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Kye vs Benton

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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Benton

Boy #1,310 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from the bent grass farmstead"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,310
Total SSA Count
149
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Kye Rank #1,197
Benton Rank #1,310

Kye is more popular, ranked #1197 vs #1310 for Benton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kye or Benton more popular?

Kye is more popular, ranked #1197 compared to Benton at #1310 in the United States.

What do Kye and Benton mean?

Kye means "narrow strait" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Benton means "from the bent grass farmstead" (Old English origin).

Are Kye and Benton boy or girl names?

Kye is primarily a boy name. Benton is primarily a boy name.

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