Rylan vs Kyle

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rylan

Boy #372 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"land where rye grows"

Origin: Old English

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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Rylan Rank #372

Kyle Rank #440

Rylan is more popular, ranked #372 vs #440 for Kyle.

Is Rylan or Kyle more popular?

Rylan is more popular, ranked #372 compared to Kyle at #440 in the United States.

What do Rylan and Kyle mean?

Rylan means "land where rye grows" (Old English origin). Kyle means "narrow strait, channel" (Scottish Gaelic (caol) origin).

Are Rylan and Kyle boy or girl names?

Rylan is primarily a boy name. Kyle is primarily a boy name.