Kurk
boy nameKurk entered the US charts in 1956, peaked at #2300 in 1963, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1956–2025
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rank today
#2300
peak (1963)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #3281 |
| 1960s | #2920 |
| 1970s | #4386 |
| 1980s | #6561 |
| 1990s | #8117 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Kurk are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kurk alive today was born around 1967, making them about 58 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kurk in 2025?
- Kurk is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Kurk most popular?
- Kurk peaked in 1963, reaching #2300 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kurk with classmates?
- Kurk will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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