Dirk Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Dirk Name at a Glance

Name	Dirk
Meaning	Dagger.
Origin	Teutonic
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Dirk Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Dirk means “Dagger”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Dirk Name Origin

Our database records Dirk under Teutonic origin. Browse more Teutonic baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Dirk a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Dirk is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Dirk

When considering Dirk for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.