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Kirt

♂ Boy

Pronounced KURT /ˈkɜːrt/High

Meaning: Kirt is a variant spelling of Kurt, a German short form of Konrad (Conrad), from the Germanic kuoni ('bold') and rat ('counsel') — 'bold counsel'. The i-spelling reflects the American pronunciation.Medium

In 30 seconds: Kurt respelled: Kirt traces to Konrad, 'bold counsel' (said 'KURT').
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Origin MediumGerman, Germanic
MeaningKirt is a variant spelling of Kurt, a German short form of Konrad (Conrad), from the Germanic kuoni ('bold') and rat ('counsel') — 'bold counsel'. The i-spelling reflects the American pronunciation.
U.S. rank (2008)#11909 ↘ Falling
2008 U.S. births6 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year1962
Total births (all-time)≈ 3,615

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 196219192008

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Kirt is a variant of Kurt, from the German Konrad, 'bold counsel'. As Kurt saw mid-century American use, the phonetic spelling Kirt appeared, cresting around 1962. It faded as the standard Kurt held on.

Uncommon now, it reads as a crisp period respelling. Short, sturdy, and direct.

Did you know? Kirt is a spoken-style spelling of Kurt — the German short form of Konrad, 'bold counsel' — with its peak around 1962.
Overall data confidence 60%
References — Kirt — Variant of Kurt; German Konrad 'bold counsel'

Variations

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Nicknames

KirtieK

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Kirt mean?

Kirt is a variant of Kurt, a German short form of Konrad, meaning 'bold counsel'.

How do you pronounce Kirt?

It's said KURT /ˈkɜːrt/ — one syllable.

Is Kirt a boy or girl name?

Kirt is used as a boy's name.

Is Kirt making a comeback?

Kirt is uncommon today; the standard Kurt is the likelier form to be seen.

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