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Kye vs Daylen

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
Daylen Rank #1,347

Kye is more popular, ranked #1197 vs #1347 for Daylen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kye or Daylen more popular?

Kye is more popular, ranked #1197 compared to Daylen at #1347 in the United States.

What do Kye and Daylen mean?

Kye means "narrow strait" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Daylen means "from the dale, valley dweller" (Old English (inferred) origin).

Are Kye and Daylen boy or girl names?

Kye is primarily a boy name. Daylen is primarily a boy name.

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