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Dirk
BoyMeaning of Dirk: Germanic: 'ruler of the people'
Dirk is a boy's name most strongly associated with Dutch naming. It has 4 letters and 1 syllable, and it is a genuinely rare and unique choice — 4558th most popular boys' name in the United States in 2025.
US rank 2025
#4558
21 babies in 2025
England & Wales 2024
—
Fewer than 3 babies or unlisted
US babies since 1880
10,955
First recorded 1918 · peak 1954
Trend
stable
Style: rare
Popularity over time
Gender split
100% boys · 0% girls, based on US, UK and international usage.
Origins & cultures
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