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Kyle vs Koda

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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Koda

Boy #465 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"friend, companion"

Origin: Lakota Sioux

Cultural Roots

Native American American Japanese

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#465
Total SSA Count
665
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Kyle Rank #440
Koda Rank #465

Kyle is more popular, ranked #440 vs #465 for Koda.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kyle or Koda more popular?

Kyle is more popular, ranked #440 compared to Koda at #465 in the United States.

What do Kyle and Koda mean?

Kyle means "narrow strait, channel" (Scottish Gaelic (caol) origin). Koda means "friend, companion" (Lakota Sioux origin).

Are Kyle and Koda boy or girl names?

Kyle is primarily a boy name. Koda is primarily a boy name.

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