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Dirk vs Crowley

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dirk

Boy #7,133 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

Dutch Flemish German American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#7,133
Total SSA Count
12
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Crowley

Boy #12,256 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"crow woodland clearing"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#12,256
Total SSA Count
8
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Dirk Rank #7,133
Crowley Rank #12,256

Dirk is more popular, ranked #7133 vs #12256 for Crowley.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dirk or Crowley more popular?

Dirk is more popular, ranked #7133 compared to Crowley at #12256 in the United States.

What do Dirk and Crowley mean?

Dirk means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin). Crowley means "crow woodland clearing" (Old English origin).

Are Dirk and Crowley boy or girl names?

Dirk is primarily a boy name. Crowley is primarily a boy name.

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