Kirk vs Jody

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kirk

Boy #2,573 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"church, one who lives by a church"

Origin: Old Norse kirkja

Cultural Roots

Scottish American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,573
Total SSA Count
52
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Jody

Boy #2,692 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"diminutive of Judith, praised woman"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,692
Total SSA Count
49
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Kirk Rank #2,573
Jody Rank #2,692

Kirk is more popular, ranked #2573 vs #2692 for Jody.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kirk or Jody more popular?

Kirk is more popular, ranked #2573 compared to Jody at #2692 in the United States.

What do Kirk and Jody mean?

Kirk means "church, one who lives by a church" (Old Norse kirkja origin). Jody means "diminutive of Judith, praised woman" (Hebrew origin).

Are Kirk and Jody boy or girl names?

Kirk is primarily a boy name. Jody is primarily a boy name.

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