Kayce vs Leya

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kayce

Boy #420 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"alert, watchful, vigilant"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#420
Total SSA Count
756
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Kay, Case

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Kayce Rank #420
Leya Rank #2,330

Kayce is more popular, ranked #420 vs #2330 for Leya.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kayce ___

  • Kayce James
  • Kayce Lee
  • Kayce Grant
  • Kayce Dean
  • Kayce Cole
  • Kayce Wayne

Leya ___

  • Leya Grace
  • Leya Rose
  • Leya Marie
  • Leya Anne
  • Leya Claire
  • Leya Jane

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Kayce

Chase Brayden Wyatt Riley Harley

If you choose Leya

Eli Noah Miriam Rachel Benjamin

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kayce or Leya more popular?

Kayce is more popular, ranked #420 compared to Leya at #2330 in the United States.

What do Kayce and Leya mean?

Kayce means "alert, watchful, vigilant" (Irish Gaelic origin). Leya means "weary, tired" (Hebrew origin).

Are Kayce and Leya boy or girl names?

Kayce is primarily a boy name. Leya is primarily a girl name.

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