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Terry vs Kye

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Terry Rank #1,187
Kye Rank #1,197

Terry is more popular, ranked #1187 vs #1197 for Kye.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Terry or Kye more popular?

Terry is more popular, ranked #1187 compared to Kye at #1197 in the United States.

What do Terry and Kye mean?

Terry means "power of the tribe" (Germanic origin). Kye means "narrow strait" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Terry and Kye boy or girl names?

Terry is primarily a boy name. Kye is primarily a boy name.

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