Kaye
Pronunciation: [ k-AY ]
Kaye is a boy baby name. Ranked #38,635 in the US.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Kaye first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 33 babies have been named Kaye in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kaye is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #38,635 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #38,635
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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Kaye is also used as a girl name, ranked #9726.
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About the Name Kaye
Kaye is a boy name .
Is Kaye a boy or girl name? Kaye is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #38,635 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #9,726. Kaye is more commonly used as a girl name.
Kaye is currently ranked #38,635 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of Kaye include Kayden, Kayson, Kayce, Kaysen, Kaycen . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis