Dirk: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A ruling name meaning ruler of the people, bold and commanding.
- Origin
- German
- Syllables
- 1
- Current rank
- #4008
- Peak
- #341 in 1954
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Dirk Means
Dirk is a boy name of German origin. A ruling name meaning ruler of the people, bold and commanding.
How Popular Dirk Is
Dirk currently ranks #4008 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #341 in 1954. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Dirk
- Dirk peaked at #341 in the U.S. in 1954.
- Dirk is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- Dirk is a name from the Germanic tradition.
Names Like Dirk
Other German names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Dirk
German names that pair well as a brother or sister to Dirk.
Questions About Dirk
What does Dirk mean?
Dirk is a boy name of German origin. A ruling name meaning ruler of the people, bold and commanding.
How popular is Dirk?
Dirk currently ranks #4008 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #341 in 1954. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Dirk come from?
Dirk comes from German roots. Dirk peaked at #341 in the U.S. in 1954.
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