Kermitt
Kermitt is an Irish boy name. Irish names are loved for their lilting sound and their links to Celtic saints and legends. It sounds crisp and confident, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
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- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Kermitt would score 13 points, thanks largely to the K (worth 5).
- GenerationKermitt peaked in 1932, which makes it a Silent Generation name, think grandparents and great-grandparents.
- HistoryKermitt first shows up in US birth records in 1914, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 111 years since.
US births per million boys, 1914–2025
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Kermitt
Kermitt is a boy name of Irish origin. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the consonant at the end gives it a confident finish. It was most fashionable in the 1930s, which gives it a vintage, grandparent-chic charm. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:Irish names
Other spellings of Kermitt
More Irish boy names
- Boy name: Liam · resolute protector
- Unisex name: Owen · well-born
- Unisex name: Logan · little hollow
- Unisex name: Nolan · descendant of Nuallán
- Unisex name: Gael · a Gael
- Boy name: Arthur · possibly bear
- Unisex name: Ryan · little king
- Boy name: Dominic · of the Lord
Questions about the name Kermitt
What is the origin of the name Kermitt?
Kermitt is Irish in origin. Other Irish names to consider are Liam (“resolute protector”), Owen (“well-born”), Logan (“little hollow”) and Nolan (“descendant of Nuallán”).
Is Kermitt a boy or girl name?
Kermitt is a boy name.
How popular is the name Kermitt?
Kermitt is rare: fewer than 5 US boys got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 1973. It peaked at #2,313 in 1932, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.
What names are similar to Kermitt?
If you like Kermitt, you might also like Kermit. Kermit is another spelling of the same name.
What should I know before naming my baby Kermitt?
Kermitt is an Irish boy name. Irish names are loved for their lilting sound and their links to Celtic saints and legends. It sounds crisp and confident, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.