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Kirtus

Boy name · French · Latin

Kirtus is a French and Latin boy name. French names have a soft, elegant sound that has made them popular well beyond France. 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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  • Word funKirtus doesn't repeat a single letter: 6 letters, all different.
  • GenerationKirtus peaked in 1966, which makes it a Gen X name. The typical Kirtus you'd meet today is about 59 years old.
  • HistoryKirtus first shows up in US birth records in 1961, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 64 years since.
Baby lying on a soft blue blanket
hello, little Kirtus

US births per million boys, 1961–2025

02419611994

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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).

About the name Kirtus

Kirtus is a boy name of French and Latin origin. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the consonant at the end gives it a confident finish. It hit its peak in the 1960s, so it feels familiar without being trendy. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.

Origin:French namesLatin names

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Questions about the name Kirtus

What is the origin of the name Kirtus?

Kirtus is French and Latin in origin. Names often travel between languages and cultures, which is why Kirtus turns up in more than one tradition. Other French names to consider are Sebastian (“venerable”), Leo (“lion”), Daniel (“God is my judge”) and Gabriel (“God is my strength”).

Is Kirtus a boy or girl name?

Kirtus is a boy name.

How popular is the name Kirtus?

Kirtus is rare: fewer than 5 US boys got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 1994. It peaked at #3,948 in 1966, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.

What should I know before naming my baby Kirtus?

Kirtus is a French and Latin boy name. French names have a soft, elegant sound that has made them popular well beyond France. 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.