Mael vs Kye

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mael

Boy #1,060 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"prince, chief"

Origin: Breton Celtic

Breton French Welsh Irish

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Boy #1,197 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"narrow strait"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Scottish Welsh Australian American

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Mael Rank #1,060

Kye Rank #1,197

Mael is more popular, ranked #1060 vs #1197 for Kye.

Is Mael or Kye more popular?

Mael is more popular, ranked #1060 compared to Kye at #1197 in the United States.

What do Mael and Kye mean?

Mael means "prince, chief" (Breton Celtic origin). Kye means "narrow strait" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Mael and Kye boy or girl names?

Mael is primarily a boy name. Kye is primarily a boy name.