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Kye vs Kross

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
Kross Rank #1,317

Kye is more popular, ranked #1197 vs #1317 for Kross.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kye or Kross more popular?

Kye is more popular, ranked #1197 compared to Kross at #1317 in the United States.

What do Kye and Kross mean?

Kye means "narrow strait" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Kross means "cross, crossroads" (Old Norse/Latin origin).

Are Kye and Kross boy or girl names?

Kye is primarily a boy name. Kross is primarily a boy name.

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