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Kye vs Nikko

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
Nikko Rank #1,289

Kye is more popular, ranked #1197 vs #1289 for Nikko.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kye or Nikko more popular?

Kye is more popular, ranked #1197 compared to Nikko at #1289 in the United States.

What do Kye and Nikko mean?

Kye means "narrow strait" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Nikko means "victory of the people" (Greek origin).

Are Kye and Nikko boy or girl names?

Kye is primarily a boy name. Nikko is primarily a boy name.

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