MallowbyNames

Kirbi

KUR-bee · Of uncertain origin; possibly a variant of Kirby, from Old Norse 'kirkja' (church) and 'býr' (settlement), meaning 'church settlement'.

Peak popularity
1983
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Kirbi since 1983

Babies named Kirbi per year in U.S. Social Security records.

715221990200020102020Most births 1983Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1980s102
1990s89
2000s0
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Kirbi first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1983, a year that also marks its peak usage. The name has never ranked in the top 1,000 names, and its trajectory has remained stable, with no significant increase or decline since its debut. Kirbi's pronunciation is straightforward, and its spelling distinguishes it from the more common Kirby. While it remains exceedingly rare, with an incidence too low to calculate a 1-in-N rate, its use has been consistent, appearing sporadically in records. The name's top states are not recorded, indicating its usage is geographically scattered. Kirbi offers a modern, distinctive alternative to more established names like Kirby or Kerby, appealing to parents seeking a unique spelling.

Kirbi is a modern spelling variant of the English surname and place name Kirby, which derives from Old Norse 'kirkja' (church) and 'býr' (settlement). The name has been used as a given name since the 20th century, particularly in the United States. Its first recorded use as a first name was in 1983, likely influenced by the similar-sounding name Kerby or the surname Kirbey.

Nicknames & variants

Variants: Kirby, Kerby, Kerbey

Sibling names for Kirbi

Names that share Kirbi's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Kirbi mean?
Kirbi is likely a variant of Kirby, which may mean 'church settlement' from Old Norse elements. However, its exact meaning is of uncertain origin.
How popular is the name Kirbi?
Kirbi first appeared in U.S. records in 1983 and has remained very rare, not ranking among the top 1,000 names. Its peak year was 1983, and its usage has been stable since.
Is Kirbi a boy or girl name?
Kirbi is almost exclusively used for girls, based on historical U.S. data.