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Kye vs Percy

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
Percy Rank #1,256

Kye is more popular, ranked #1197 vs #1256 for Percy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kye or Percy more popular?

Kye is more popular, ranked #1197 compared to Percy at #1256 in the United States.

What do Kye and Percy mean?

Kye means "narrow strait" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Percy means "from Percy (Norman place name)" (Norman French origin).

Are Kye and Percy boy or girl names?

Kye is primarily a boy name. Percy is primarily a boy name.

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