Kyle vs Jeremy

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

Popularity Comparison

Kyle Rank #440
Jeremy Rank #266

Jeremy is more popular, ranked #266 vs #440 for Kyle.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kyle or Jeremy more popular?

Jeremy is more popular, ranked #266 compared to Kyle at #440 in the United States.

What do Kyle and Jeremy mean?

Kyle means "narrow strait, channel" (Scottish Gaelic (caol) origin). Jeremy means "God will raise up" (Hebrew origin).

Are Kyle and Jeremy boy or girl names?

Kyle is primarily a boy name. Jeremy is primarily a boy name.

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