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Kyle

Boy · English · Short name

Meaning
Narrow strait, channel, wood

Meaning varies between reference sources.

Pronunciation
KY-ul
Origin
English

From Scottish Gaelic meaning narrow strait or channel.

Popularity
Common in United States (2023)

Popularity: US SSA, 2023

ClassicVintageNature-inspired

Languages in use: Scottish Gaelic, English

Commonly used in: United States, United Kingdom, Scotland

Alternate spellings

  • KyallScottish / English

    Variant spelling.

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Sources for this record

US SSA, Baby Names from Social Security Card Applications (2023). Last verified 2025-01-15.

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