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Kyle vs Kyla

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
Kyla Rank #21,817

Kyle is more popular, ranked #440 vs #21817 for Kyla.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kyle or Kyla more popular?

Kyle is more popular, ranked #440 compared to Kyla at #21817 in the United States.

What do Kyle and Kyla mean?

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

Are Kyle and Kyla boy or girl names?

Kyle is primarily a boy name. Kyla is primarily a boy name.

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