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Nikko vs Kye

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Nikko

Boy #1,289 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"victory of the people"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek Japanese American Italian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,289
Total SSA Count
152
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

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

Nikko Rank #1,289
Kye Rank #1,197

Kye is more popular, ranked #1197 vs #1289 for Nikko.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nikko or Kye more popular?

Kye is more popular, ranked #1197 compared to Nikko at #1289 in the United States.

What do Nikko and Kye mean?

Nikko means "victory of the people" (Greek origin). Kye means "narrow strait" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Nikko and Kye boy or girl names?

Nikko is primarily a boy name. Kye is primarily a boy name.

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