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Kyle vs Cassian

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kyle

Boy #440 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"narrow strait, channel"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic (caol)

Cultural Roots

Scottish English Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#440
Total SSA Count
716
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Kyle Rank #440
Cassian Rank #617

Kyle is more popular, ranked #440 vs #617 for Cassian.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kyle or Cassian more popular?

Kyle is more popular, ranked #440 compared to Cassian at #617 in the United States.

What do Kyle and Cassian mean?

Kyle means "narrow strait, channel" (Scottish Gaelic (caol) origin). Cassian means "of the Cassian family (Roman gens)" (Latin origin).

Are Kyle and Cassian boy or girl names?

Kyle is primarily a boy name. Cassian is primarily a boy name.

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