"bearer of Christ"
Origin: Greek
Language: Greek
Kitt
Pronunciation: [ k-IHT ]
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"short form of Christopher"
Origin: English
Language: English
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Things to Know About This Name
- Associated with KITT the talking car from Knight Rider TV series 1982-1986 — generally a positive or neutral association
The Story of Kitt
Kitt is a variant spelling of Kit, itself a medieval short form of Christopher from the Greek Christophoros meaning bearer of Christ. The double-t spelling gives it a distinctive written identity while maintaining the same crisp one-syllable sound. Kit has been in use as an independent name since at least the 16th century in England, though historically more common as a nickname.
Kitt/Kit has experienced a revival as part of the broader trend toward short, punchy one-syllable boy names. Names like Finn, Jett, and Rhett paved the way for its renewed appeal. The name also benefits from the vintage nickname revival where parents choose former diminutives as standalone names.
Kit was a common nickname in Elizabethan England, borne most famously by playwright Christopher Marlowe. In American frontier culture, Kit Carson made the name iconic. The 1982 TV show Knight Rider introduced KITT as an artificially intelligent car, embedding it further in pop culture.
Historical Record
Kitt first appeared in US Social Security records in 1953.
Over 261 babies have been named Kitt in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kitt is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #3,409 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Kit Marlowe (Christopher Marlowe) was Shakespeare's contemporary and rival who died at age 29 in mysterious circumstances
- KITT from Knight Rider stood for Knight Industries Two Thousand—the car was voiced by William Daniels
Kitt in Other Languages
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Kitte
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Kit
Norwegian
Kitt
Popularity Over Time
#3,409
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Famous People Named Kitt
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Kit Carson
Explorer
1809
American frontiersman, trapper, and scout who became a legendary figure in the American West
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Christopher Kit Marlowe
Writer
1564
Elizabethan playwright considered second only to Shakespeare, known for Doctor Faustus
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KITT Fictional
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The artificially intelligent car from the 1980s TV series Knight Rider, voiced by William Daniels
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 1
- Popularity Rank
- #3,409
- Total SSA Count
- 34
- Cultural Origins
- English American Scandinavian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kitt
What does the name Kitt mean?
"bearer of Christ" (from Greek). "short form of Christopher" (from English). Kitt is a variant spelling of Kit, itself a medieval short form of Christopher from the Greek Christophoros meaning bearer of Christ. The double-t spelling gives it a distinctive written identity while maintaining the same crisp one-syllable sound. Kit has been in use as an independent name since at least the 16th century in England, though historically more common as a nickname.
What is the origin of the name Kitt?
Kitt has Greek, English, American, and Scandinavian origins. In Greek, it means "bearer of Christ". In English, it means "short form of Christopher".
Is Kitt a boy or girl name?
Kitt is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #3409. As a girl name, it is ranked #6370. Kitt is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Kitt?
Kitt is pronounced k-IHT.
How popular is the name Kitt?
Kitt is currently ranked #3409 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Kitt?
Popular middle name pairings include Kitt James, Kitt Thomas, Kitt Henry, Kitt Allen, Kitt Lee, and Kitt Joseph.
What are good sibling names for Kitt?
Names that pair well with Kitt as siblings include Finn, Dash, Arlo, Bea, Wren, and Mae.
How many syllables does Kitt have?
Kitt has 1 syllable, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Kitt a common or rare name?
Kitt is an uncommon name, ranked #3409 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What boy names are similar to Kitt?
Are there other spellings for Kitt?
Related spellings include Kit.
About the Name Kitt
Kitt is a boy name with English, American, and Scandinavian origins . The name means "bearer of Christ" in Greek .
Is Kitt a boy or girl name? Kitt is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #3,409 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #6,370. Kitt is more commonly used as a boy name.
Kitt is currently ranked #3,409 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Kitt has 1 syllable and is pronounced k-IHT, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Alternative spellings of Kitt include Kit . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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