Dirk
DERK
Popularity
#6912
Letters
4
Syllables
1
Origin
Germanic
Total Births
10,935
Peak Year
#438 in 1954
First Recorded
1918
Style
Strong & Bold
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
A short form of Diederik, a Germanic name meaning 'ruler of the people' or 'famous people'.
Numerology
The Adventurer
Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.
Famous Namesakes
Dirk Nowitzki
German professional basketball player
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