Will my child share the name Kirsty with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 4 UK babies named Kirsty per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Kirsty in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Kirsty becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Kirsty is declining: down 2,370 places since 2018, to #4,710 in 2023. It peaked at #53 in 1996.

Is Kirsty a good choice for a distinctive name?

Kirsty is a distinctive choice sitting outside the mainstream UK top names. Parents choosing less common names often find their children appreciate the individuality as they grow up, rarely needing to add an initial to distinguish themselves.

Is Kirsty a popular baby name in the United States?

Kirsty does not appear in the US top 1,000 baby names, making it a distinctively British choice.

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Kirsty

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Kirsty is a distinctive choice, ranked #4710 in 2023. Your child is likely to be the only Kirsty in their class.

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UK Rank 2023

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About the Name Kirsty

Kirsty ranked #4,710 in 2023, down from its peak of #53 in 1996 — still a familiar name, but past its high point. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1996. It has broken into the UK top 100 on 5 occasions, signalling genuine mainstream interest.

Kirsty is rare in the UK, so your child is very likely to be the only Kirsty in their class.