Kirkpatrick
Pronunciation: [ k-erkp-ATR-ihk ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Kirkpatrick first appeared in US Social Security records in 1968.
Over 25 babies have been named Kirkpatrick in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kirkpatrick is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #39,724 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #39,724
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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View all →Old English origin
"from the shorn or cleared land"
#39,878 in US
Middle High German origin
"dweller by a spring or well"
#39,568 in US
Igbo origin
"there is one (God)"
#39,670 in US
Old Norse/Germanic origin
"shield wolf, brave protector"
#39,661 in US
English origin
"golden brown; tawny"
#39,591 in US
Old Irish origin
"old river, ancient waters"
#39,600 in US
Greek origin
"to tame, subdue"
#39,785 in US
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About the Name Kirkpatrick
Kirkpatrick is a boy name .
Kirkpatrick is currently ranked #39,724 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Kirkpatrick include Kir, Kiy, Kirie, and Kirkie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Kirkpatrick include Kirk . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis