What is the origin of the name Kirk?

Kirk is a name of English origin.

How popular is the name Kirk?

In 2023, 52 babies were named Kirk in the United States. The name is currently falling in popularity.

Yes, Kirk is traditionally used as a boy's name.

Boy's name

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Births Last Year: 52 ↘

All-Time Total: 67,864

Peak Year: 1962

Kirk is of Scottish origin, derived from the Old Norse word "kirkja," meaning "church."

Boy names closely related to Kirk

Glen Ernest Lloyd Jaydin Guy Zayn Julius Kristian

Girl names closely related to Kirk

Sky Starr Jaylyn Jaela Kristi Leann Raine Farrah

Names with similar meaning to Kirk

Killian

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

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