| Meaning | church settlement, church village |
| Origin | English |
| Gender | gender neutral |
| Opposite gender | Kirby |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 5 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Kir-by |
Friendly and approachable, Kirby breaks the mold of traditional masculine names with its playful energy. The two syllables bounce along cheerfully, creating an upbeat impression that many parents find charming. This choice reflects confidence in selecting something different, something that prioritizes personality over convention.
Kirby works well for parents who want their son's name to feel accessible and unpretentious. The name doesn't take itself too seriously, which can be refreshing in a world of weighty, formal choices. It suits creative types particularly well, though it certainly doesn't limit professional possibilities.
The name has gained attention as parents increasingly move beyond strict gender conventions in naming. Kirby represents this evolving landscape, offering flexibility and modern sensibility. It's memorable without being outlandish, different without being difficult.
The ending 'by' sound gives it a distinctive character that sets it apart from more common name patterns. Kirby ages differently than traditional choices, maintaining a youthful quality throughout life. For parents who value individuality and aren't afraid to choose something outside the mainstream, Kirby presents an appealing option.
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| Kirby Puckett | Baseball Hall of Famer |
| Kirby Smart | College Football Coach |
| Kirby Morrow | Voice Actor |
| Kirby Dach | Professional Ice Hockey Player |
| Kirby Chambliss | Aerobatic Pilot |
| Kirbyjon Caldwell | Bishop and Author |
| Kirby Muxloe | English Architect |
| Kirby Grant | Actor |
| Kirby Hocutt | College Athletics Administrator |
| Kirby Heyborne | Actor and Musician |
| Kirby Delauter | American Politician |
| Kirby Lee | Photographer |
| Kirby Griffin | Model |
| Kirby Hughes | Film Director |
| Kirby Johnson | Stuntwoman and Actress |
| Kirby VanBurch | Magician |
| Kirby Congdon | Poet |
| Kirby Wright | Author |
| Kirby Wilson | American Football Player |
| Kirby Buckets | TV Show Character |
| Kirby O'Neil | Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Character |
| Kirby Reed | Scream 4 Character |
| Kirby Skye | Power Rangers Ninja Steel Character |
| Kirby Kipps | The Woman in Black Character |
| Kirby Green | Days of Our Lives Character |
| Kirby Fairchild | Soap Opera Character |
| Kirby Morris | One Life to Live Character |
| Kirby Goulding | The Bill TV Show Character |
| Kirby Holt | American Horror Story Character |
| Kirby Connors | Neighbours TV Show Character |
| Kirby Noodleman | Chicken Little Character |
| Kirby Krackle | Comic Book Character |
| Kirby Stone | Soap Opera Character |
| Kirby Anders | Dynasty TV Show Character |
| Kirby Maxwell | The Babysitter's Club Character |