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Kye vs Monroe

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
Monroe Rank #1,282

Kye is more popular, ranked #1197 vs #1282 for Monroe.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kye or Monroe more popular?

Kye is more popular, ranked #1197 compared to Monroe at #1282 in the United States.

What do Kye and Monroe mean?

Kye means "narrow strait" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Monroe means "from the mouth of the Roe river" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Kye and Monroe boy or girl names?

Kye is primarily a boy name. Monroe is primarily a boy name.

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