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Reign 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

Reign Rank #624
Kyle Rank #440

Kyle is more popular, ranked #440 vs #624 for Reign.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Reign or Kyle more popular?

Kyle is more popular, ranked #440 compared to Reign at #624 in the United States.

What do Reign and Kyle mean?

Reign means "rule, sovereignty" (Old French origin). Kyle means "narrow strait, channel" (Scottish Gaelic (caol) origin).

Are Reign and Kyle boy or girl names?

Reign is primarily a boy name. Kyle is primarily a boy name.

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