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Turner vs Kye

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Turner

Boy #1,007 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"one who works a lathe, craftsman"

Origin: Old English/French

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,007
Total SSA Count
223
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

Turner Rank #1,007
Kye Rank #1,197

Turner is more popular, ranked #1007 vs #1197 for Kye.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Turner or Kye more popular?

Turner is more popular, ranked #1007 compared to Kye at #1197 in the United States.

What do Turner and Kye mean?

Turner means "one who works a lathe, craftsman" (Old English/French origin). Kye means "narrow strait" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Turner and Kye boy or girl names?

Turner is primarily a boy name. Kye is primarily a boy name.

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