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Kye vs Gerald

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
Gerald Rank #1,168

Gerald is more popular, ranked #1168 vs #1197 for Kye.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kye or Gerald more popular?

Gerald is more popular, ranked #1168 compared to Kye at #1197 in the United States.

What do Kye and Gerald mean?

Kye means "narrow strait" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Gerald means "rule of the spear, spear ruler" (Germanic origin).

Are Kye and Gerald boy or girl names?

Kye is primarily a boy name. Gerald is primarily a boy name.

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