Kye vs Darien

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

Popularity Comparison

Kye Rank #1,197
Darien Rank #1,254

Kye is more popular, ranked #1197 vs #1254 for Darien.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kye or Darien more popular?

Kye is more popular, ranked #1197 compared to Darien at #1254 in the United States.

What do Kye and Darien mean?

Kye means "narrow strait" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Darien means "wealthy, kingly, upholder of good" (Old Persian origin).

Are Kye and Darien boy or girl names?

Kye is primarily a boy name. Darien is primarily a boy name.

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