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Maxton vs Kye

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kye

Boy #1,197 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"narrow strait"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Welsh Australian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,197
Total SSA Count
171
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Maxton Rank #1,275
Kye Rank #1,197

Kye is more popular, ranked #1197 vs #1275 for Maxton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Maxton or Kye more popular?

Kye is more popular, ranked #1197 compared to Maxton at #1275 in the United States.

What do Maxton and Kye mean?

Maxton means "Macks settlement" (Old English origin). Kye means "narrow strait" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Maxton and Kye boy or girl names?

Maxton is primarily a boy name. Kye is primarily a boy name.

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