Kylen vs Mathew

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kylen

Boy #922 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"narrow, a strait"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#922
Total SSA Count
251
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Kylen Rank #922
Mathew Rank #941

Kylen is more popular, ranked #922 vs #941 for Mathew.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kylen or Mathew more popular?

Kylen is more popular, ranked #922 compared to Mathew at #941 in the United States.

What do Kylen and Mathew mean?

Kylen means "narrow, a strait" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Mathew means "gift of God, gift of Yahweh" (Hebrew origin).

Are Kylen and Mathew boy or girl names?

Kylen is primarily a boy name. Mathew is primarily a boy name.

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