Kirke
Fact sheet
- Name
- Kirke
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
The first name Kirke (Κίρκη) has its roots in Greek mythology. Translated into English, the name means 'the falcon.'
What does the name Kirke mean?
The girl's name Kirke (Κίρκη) comes from Greek mythology. Its English translation is 'the falcon.' The origin of the name goes back to the ancient Greek word kirkos (κίρκος), which means 'falcon.' In mythology, Kirke is described as a sorceress from Homer's 'Odyssey' who transformed Odysseus's companions into pigs to win him over. She is also regarded as the daughter of the sun god Helios and the Oceanid Perse.
Where does the name Kirke come from?
The name Kirke is a feminine first name with ancient Greek roots and the meaning 'the falcon.' It is composed of the ancient Greek word kirkos (κίρκος) for 'falcon.' Languages: Greek.
How do you pronounce Kirke?
Kirke is pronounced like 'Kirk-e.'
Popularity
In Germany, Kirke is a rare name. It has not found a place in the German name popularity lists so far. Its best position was in 1989, ranking 634th in Denmark. In the last ten years, Kirke has been given less than 10 times there, which places it at 1,868th in the ten-year statistics. From 1985 to 2024, it ranks 2,226th in Denmark.
Nicknames & pet names
Kiki
Famous people
- Kirke (mythological figure from Greek mythology (Circe)
- Kirke Mechem (composer from America)
Frequently asked questions about the name Kirke
What does the name Kirke mean?
The name Kirke means 'the falcon' and comes from Greek mythology.
Where does the name Kirke come from?
Kirke has ancient Greek roots and is composed of the word 'kirkos' for 'falcon.'
How popular is the name Kirke?
Kirke is a rare yet unique name that is increasingly gaining popularity in modern times.