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Monroe vs Kye

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Monroe

Boy #1,282 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from the mouth of the Roe river"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,282
Total SSA Count
153
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Monroe Rank #1,282
Kye Rank #1,197

Kye is more popular, ranked #1197 vs #1282 for Monroe.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Monroe or Kye more popular?

Kye is more popular, ranked #1197 compared to Monroe at #1282 in the United States.

What do Monroe and Kye mean?

Monroe means "from the mouth of the Roe river" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Kye means "narrow strait" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Monroe and Kye boy or girl names?

Monroe is primarily a boy name. Kye is primarily a boy name.

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