Reid vs Kyle

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Reid

Boy #300 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"red-haired, ruddy complexion"

Origin: Old Scottish/Old English

Scottish Irish English American

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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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Reid Rank #300

Kyle Rank #440

Reid is more popular, ranked #300 vs #440 for Kyle.

Is Reid or Kyle more popular?

Reid is more popular, ranked #300 compared to Kyle at #440 in the United States.

What do Reid and Kyle mean?

Reid means "red-haired, ruddy complexion" (Old Scottish/Old English origin). Kyle means "narrow strait, channel" (Scottish Gaelic (caol) origin).

Are Reid and Kyle boy or girl names?

Reid is primarily a boy name. Kyle is primarily a boy name.