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At a Glance
- Origin
- English (uncertain, possibly a dialectal word for a pointed hill, or a nickname for Christopher)
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- KIP
Kip is a short, easy-to-say name for a boy. Its English roots are a little uncertain — it may come from an old dialect word for a pointed hill, or have started out as a nickname for Christopher. Either way, it now stands on its own as a name, with a clean, modern feel and a simple pronunciation: KIP.
Meaning & Origin of Kip
Origin: English (uncertain, possibly a dialectal word for a pointed hill, or a nickname for Christopher).
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Kip
KIPIPA /ˈkɪp/
Popularity of Kip
Kip peaked in 1965 at #379, given to 419 boys, and by 2024 had settled to #1456 with just 124 boys given the name.
Names Like Kip
These names share Kip’s style, era or origin.
FAQ
How do you pronounce Kip?
Kip is pronounced KIP (IPA: /ˈkɪp/).
Is Kip a popular name right now?
Kip peaked at #379 in 1965 and is ranked #1456 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1935–2024.)
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