Dirk
boy name#4707 in 2025Dirk entered the US charts in 1918, peaked at #341 in 1954, ranks #4707 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1918–2025
#4707
rank today
#341
peak (1954)
21
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3728 |
| 1920s | #3192 |
| 1930s | #1655 |
| 1940s | #1289 |
| 1950s | #502 |
| 1960s | #431 |
| 1970s | #645 |
| 1980s | #851 |
| 1990s | #1692 |
| 2000s | #2774 |
| 2010s | #3844 |
| 2020s | #5067 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Dirk has been most popular in OH.
Living bearers
About 9,000 people named Dirk are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Dirk alive today was born around 1966, making them about 59 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Dirk in 2025?
- Dirk ranks #4707 among US boy names in 2025, with 21 babies given the name.
- When was the name Dirk most popular?
- Dirk peaked in 1954, reaching #341 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Dirk with classmates?
- Dirk will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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