US Popularity:5255
Origin:Norse
Other Origin(s):Scottish
Meaning:Church
Kirk is a boy’s name of Old Norse origin, kirkja, meaning “church.” It’s also the word for “church” in Scots, where the Scottish national church is informally referred to as The Kirk. Gilmore Girls fans will be reminded of the eccentric but much-loved character Kirk Gleason, one of the many quirky townspeople in Stars Hollow. With his sweet nature and enterprising spirit, he makes a worthy namesake for baby.

Kirk Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Kirk is currently #4116 on The Bump
Boy:Kirk is currently #1362 on The Bump Boy Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Kirk is currently #5255 in U.S. births
Boy:Kirk is currently #1599 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2022
#5255
in 2022
- 710
from 2021
In comparison to the previous year's data
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