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Kye vs Gordon

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
Gordon Rank #1,090

Gordon is more popular, ranked #1090 vs #1197 for Kye.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kye or Gordon more popular?

Gordon is more popular, ranked #1090 compared to Kye at #1197 in the United States.

What do Kye and Gordon mean?

Kye means "narrow strait" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Gordon means "great fort, spacious hill" (Scottish Gaelic/Brittonic origin).

Are Kye and Gordon boy or girl names?

Kye is primarily a boy name. Gordon is primarily a boy name.

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