Neil vs Kyle

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Neil

Boy #866 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"cloud"

Origin: Old Irish

Irish Scottish English Scandinavian

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Boy #440 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"narrow strait, channel"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic (caol)

Scottish English Irish American

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Neil Rank #866

Kyle Rank #440

Kyle is more popular, ranked #440 vs #866 for Neil.

Is Neil or Kyle more popular?

Kyle is more popular, ranked #440 compared to Neil at #866 in the United States.

What do Neil and Kyle mean?

Neil means "cloud" (Old Irish origin). Kyle means "narrow strait, channel" (Scottish Gaelic (caol) origin).

Are Neil and Kyle boy or girl names?

Neil is primarily a boy name. Kyle is primarily a boy name.