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At a Glance
- Origin
- English (uncertain, likely a variant of Kip)
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- KIP
Kipp is a short, clean-sounding name for a boy, pronounced KIP. Its origins are a little uncertain — it's most likely a variant of Kip — so there's no single tidy meaning to point to. What it does offer is a modern, minimalist feel: easy to say, easy to spell, nothing fussy about it.
Meaning & Origin of Kipp
Origin: English (uncertain, likely a variant of Kip).
How to Pronounce Kipp
KIPIPA /ˈkɪp/
Popularity of Kipp
Kipp had its strongest run back in 1964, reaching #828 on the SSA list with 84 babies given the name that year. By 2024 it had settled much further down, at #2141, with 69 babies named Kipp.
Names Like Kipp
These names share Kipp’s style, era or origin.
FAQ
How do you pronounce Kipp?
Kipp is pronounced KIP (IPA: /ˈkɪp/).
Is Kipp a popular name right now?
Kipp peaked at #828 in 1964 and is ranked #2141 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1944–2024.)
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