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Percy vs Kye

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Percy

Boy #1,256 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from Percy (Norman place name)"

Origin: Norman French

Cultural Roots

English American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,256
Total SSA Count
157
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

Percy Rank #1,256
Kye Rank #1,197

Kye is more popular, ranked #1197 vs #1256 for Percy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Percy or Kye more popular?

Kye is more popular, ranked #1197 compared to Percy at #1256 in the United States.

What do Percy and Kye mean?

Percy means "from Percy (Norman place name)" (Norman French origin). Kye means "narrow strait" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Percy and Kye boy or girl names?

Percy is primarily a boy name. Kye is primarily a boy name.

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