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Kye vs Deon

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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Deon

Boy #1,316 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"divine, of Zeus"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

American African American English Greek

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,316
Total SSA Count
148
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Kye Rank #1,197
Deon Rank #1,316

Kye is more popular, ranked #1197 vs #1316 for Deon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kye or Deon more popular?

Kye is more popular, ranked #1197 compared to Deon at #1316 in the United States.

What do Kye and Deon mean?

Kye means "narrow strait" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Deon means "divine, of Zeus" (Greek origin).

Are Kye and Deon boy or girl names?

Kye is primarily a boy name. Deon is primarily a boy name.

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