Kurt vs Kior

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kurt

Boy #2,102 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"bold counsel, brave advisor"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #2,243 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"dark one"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic (via Keir)

American Contemporary

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Kurt Rank #2,102

Kior Rank #2,243

Kurt is more popular, ranked #2102 vs #2243 for Kior.

Is Kurt or Kior more popular?

Kurt is more popular, ranked #2102 compared to Kior at #2243 in the United States.

What do Kurt and Kior mean?

Kurt means "bold counsel, brave advisor" (Germanic origin). Kior means "dark one" (Scottish Gaelic (via Keir) origin).

Are Kurt and Kior boy or girl names?

Kurt is primarily a boy name. Kior is primarily a boy name.