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Kye vs Glenn

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
Glenn Rank #1,366

Kye is more popular, ranked #1197 vs #1366 for Glenn.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kye or Glenn more popular?

Kye is more popular, ranked #1197 compared to Glenn at #1366 in the United States.

What do Kye and Glenn mean?

Kye means "narrow strait" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Glenn means "valley, narrow glen" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Kye and Glenn boy or girl names?

Kye is primarily a boy name. Glenn is primarily a boy name.

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