Marlow vs Kirk

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Marlow

Boy #2,491 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lake meadow"

Origin: Old English

English American

✓ All Clear

Boy #2,573 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"church, one who lives by a church"

Origin: Old Norse kirkja

Scottish American Scandinavian

15 High Risk

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Marlow Rank #2,491

Kirk Rank #2,573

Marlow is more popular, ranked #2491 vs #2573 for Kirk.

Is Marlow or Kirk more popular?

Marlow is more popular, ranked #2491 compared to Kirk at #2573 in the United States.

What do Marlow and Kirk mean?

Marlow means "lake meadow" (Old English origin). Kirk means "church, one who lives by a church" (Old Norse kirkja origin).

Are Marlow and Kirk boy or girl names?

Marlow is primarily a boy name. Kirk is primarily a boy name.