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Kyle vs Jamie

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
Jamie Rank #625

Kyle is more popular, ranked #440 vs #625 for Jamie.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kyle or Jamie more popular?

Kyle is more popular, ranked #440 compared to Jamie at #625 in the United States.

What do Kyle and Jamie mean?

Kyle means "narrow strait, channel" (Scottish Gaelic (caol) origin). Jamie means "supplanter" (Hebrew origin).

Are Kyle and Jamie boy or girl names?

Kyle is primarily a boy name. Jamie is primarily a boy name.

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