Kirke
boy nameKirke entered the US charts in 1934, peaked at #2646 in 1938, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1934–2025
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rank today
#2646
peak (1938)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1930s | #3163 |
| 1940s | #3053 |
| 1950s | #3530 |
| 1960s | #3764 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Kirke are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Kirke alive today was born around 1952, making them about 73 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kirke in 2025?
- Kirke is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Kirke most popular?
- Kirke peaked in 1938, reaching #2646 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kirke with classmates?
- Kirke will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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