Kerk
boy nameKerk entered the US charts in 1978, peaked at #5772 in 1978, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1978–2025
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rank today
#5772
peak (1978)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #5772 |
| 1980s | #7270 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Kerk are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Kerk alive today was born around 1978, making them about 47 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kerk in 2025?
- Kerk is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Kerk most popular?
- Kerk peaked in 1978, reaching #5772 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kerk with classmates?
- Kerk will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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