Kye vs Oliver

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

Kye Rank #1,197
Oliver Rank #3

Oliver is more popular, ranked #3 vs #1197 for Kye.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kye ___

  • Kye James
  • Kye William
  • Kye Lee
  • Kye Thomas
  • Kye Reid
  • Kye Alexander

Oliver ___

  • Oliver James
  • Oliver Thomas
  • Oliver William
  • Oliver Henry
  • Oliver John
  • Oliver Benjamin

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Kye

Kai Cole Finn Ryder Zoe

If you choose Oliver

Olivia Charlotte Emma Sophia Amelia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kye or Oliver more popular?

Oliver is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Kye at #1197 in the United States.

What do Kye and Oliver mean?

Kye means "narrow strait" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Oliver means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Kye and Oliver boy or girl names?

Kye is primarily a boy name. Oliver is primarily a boy name.

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