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Kyle vs Jeffrey

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
Jeffrey Rank #521

Kyle is more popular, ranked #440 vs #521 for Jeffrey.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kyle or Jeffrey more popular?

Kyle is more popular, ranked #440 compared to Jeffrey at #521 in the United States.

What do Kyle and Jeffrey mean?

Kyle means "narrow strait, channel" (Scottish Gaelic (caol) origin). Jeffrey means "pledge of peace" (Germanic origin).

Are Kyle and Jeffrey boy or girl names?

Kyle is primarily a boy name. Jeffrey is primarily a boy name.

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