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Kirkland

Pronunciation: [ k-ERKL-uhnd ]

Boy Name #10,323 Most Popular Hidden Gem 8 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Kirkland is a boy name, recorded for 8 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced k-ERKL-uhnd.

Parents who love the name Kirkland often also consider Olindo, Ashir, .

Popularity Over Time

#10,323
Current Rank
Peaked 1997 Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#10,323
Total SSA Count
8

Alternative Spellings

Nicknames

Kir Kiy Kirie Kirkie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kirkland

Is Kirkland a boy or girl name?
Kirkland is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #10323. As a girl name, it is ranked #30900. Kirkland is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Kirkland?
Kirkland is pronounced k-ERKL-uhnd.
How popular is the name Kirkland?
Kirkland is currently ranked #10323 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Kirkland?
Common nicknames for Kirkland include Kir, Kiy, Kirie, and Kirkie.
Is Kirkland a common or rare name?
Kirkland is an uncommon name, ranked #10323 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Kirkland

Kirkland is a boy name .

Is Kirkland a boy or girl name? Kirkland is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #10,323 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #30,900. Kirkland is more commonly used as a boy name.

Kirkland is currently ranked #10,323 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Kirkland include Kir, Kiy, Kirie, and Kirkie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Kirkland include Kirk . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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