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Kyle vs Nash

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
Nash Rank #240

Nash is more popular, ranked #240 vs #440 for Kyle.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kyle or Nash more popular?

Nash is more popular, ranked #240 compared to Kyle at #440 in the United States.

What do Kyle and Nash mean?

Kyle means "narrow strait, channel" (Scottish Gaelic (caol) origin). Nash means "at the ash tree" (Old English origin).

Are Kyle and Nash boy or girl names?

Kyle is primarily a boy name. Nash is primarily a boy name.

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