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Onyx vs Kyle

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kyle

Boy #440 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"narrow strait, channel"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic (caol)

Cultural Roots

Scottish English Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#440
Total SSA Count
716
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Onyx Rank #359
Kyle Rank #440

Onyx is more popular, ranked #359 vs #440 for Kyle.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Onyx or Kyle more popular?

Onyx is more popular, ranked #359 compared to Kyle at #440 in the United States.

What do Onyx and Kyle mean?

Onyx means "black gemstone" (Greek (onyx) origin). Kyle means "narrow strait, channel" (Scottish Gaelic (caol) origin).

Are Onyx and Kyle boy or girl names?

Onyx is primarily a boy name. Kyle is primarily a boy name.

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