Kirk: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A child who lives near the old stone church.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 1
- Current rank
- #2111
- Peak
- #138 in 1963
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 Kirk Means
Kirk is a boy name of English origin. A child who lives near the old stone church.
How Popular Kirk Is
Kirk currently ranks #2111 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #138 in 1963. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Kirk
- Kirk peaked at #138 in the U.S. in 1963.
- Kirk is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- Kirk is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
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Sibling Names for Kirk
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Questions About Kirk
What does Kirk mean?
Kirk is a boy name of English origin. A child who lives near the old stone church.
How popular is Kirk?
Kirk currently ranks #2111 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #138 in 1963. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Kirk come from?
Kirk comes from English roots. Kirk peaked at #138 in the U.S. in 1963.
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