What Does the Name Dirk Mean
The name Dirk comes from Dutch roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Dirk below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Dirk Name Meaning
Dutch, German, EnglishShort form of DIEDERIK. The name was popularized in the English-speaking world by actor Dirk Bogarde (1921-1999), who had some Dutch ancestry. This is also the Scots word for a type of dagger.
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