Miko vs Rye

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Miko

Boy #2,446 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"shrine maiden (ceremonial)"

Origin: Japanese

Japanese Finnish Slavic American

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Boy #2,432 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"rye grain"

Origin: Old English

English American Australian

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Miko Rank #2,446

Rye Rank #2,432

Rye is more popular, ranked #2432 vs #2446 for Miko.

Is Miko or Rye more popular?

Rye is more popular, ranked #2432 compared to Miko at #2446 in the United States.

What do Miko and Rye mean?

Miko means "shrine maiden (ceremonial)" (Japanese origin). Rye means "rye grain" (Old English origin).

Are Miko and Rye boy or girl names?

Miko is primarily a boy name. Rye is primarily a boy name.