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Kye vs Ralph

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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Ralph

Boy #1,153 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"wolf counsel"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

English American Scandinavian German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,153
Total SSA Count
182
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Kye Rank #1,197
Ralph Rank #1,153

Ralph is more popular, ranked #1153 vs #1197 for Kye.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kye or Ralph more popular?

Ralph is more popular, ranked #1153 compared to Kye at #1197 in the United States.

What do Kye and Ralph mean?

Kye means "narrow strait" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Ralph means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse origin).

Are Kye and Ralph boy or girl names?

Kye is primarily a boy name. Ralph is primarily a boy name.

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