Kermit
First Name Meaning, Usage, Popularity & Related Names
Kermit is a Manx name meaning “free man”. It is a rare name, overwhelmingly used for boys, with 99.99% male usage.
Meaning & Origin of the name Kermit
Kermit is a male given name of Manx origin, historically used as a diminutive form of the name Dermot. The name Dermot itself is rooted in the Gaelic (Celtic) elements for free man or one who is without envy. It was transmitted through the Isle of Man, where it evolved into a distinct nomenclature within the insular Celtic naming tradition. While the name has appeared in various contexts, its linguistic foundation remains rooted in the historical naming practices of the Gaelic-speaking peoples.
Meaning Comments
- Goofydude13: Supposedly means, "without envy or jealousy."
- Rcd_0dhng_18: In a place where the muppet isn't as widely heard of, this name would be fine, but in North America, you would be better off going with Kurt, Dermot or Herman.
- Ozzyozborn21: I like it, so it's unfortunate that a kid might get teased with the associations of Kermit the Frog.
Gender Usage of the Name Kermit
Overall Gender Classification Methodology
Kermit is overwhelmingly used as a name for boys. Approximately 99.99% of recorded bearers are male. This classification is supported by extensive records and is considered highly reliable.
Popularity of the Name Kermit
Note: Green bars show popularity (% of births); the violet line shows historical ranking. Data is based on official government birth records. Click any chart to view details by year and region.
Overall PopularityMethodology
Kermit is listed under Rare Boy Names worldwide. Its popularity varies considerably across the available regional markets, with the strongest usage in Canada.
| Region | Popularity | Birth Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Rare | 1 in every 4.88M births |
| United Kingdom | — | — |
| Canada | Uncommon | 1 in every 2.08M births |
| Australia | — | — |
Ranking OverviewMethodology
Kermit ranked #12,067 on the Popular Boys’ Names Worldwide List (2025). This year the name appears in the official list for this region after being absent in the prior official year. Newly recorded in the latest official lists, Kermit shows early signs of usage.
Historically, its best recorded position was #191 in 1910. Its lowest recorded position was #12,067 in 2025. Over the last 40 years (1985–2025) the name fell -7076 places (from #4,991 to #12,067).
Characteristics of the Name Kermit
Pronunciation & StructureMethodology
- Phonetic Source
- CMU
- Syllables
- 2 syllables — Two-Syllable Boy Names
- Length
- 6 letters — Medium-Length Boy Names
- Starts with
- K — Boy Names Starting with K
- Ends with
- t — Boy Names Ending in “t”
Name AestheticMethodology
Kermit features a two-syllable structure with a trochaic stress pattern that emphasizes the first beat. It is inextricably linked to the puppet Kermit the Frog from The Muppet Show. The name projects an inherently Cute & Playful aesthetic due to this iconic association.
Middle Names For Kermit
Middle names used with KermitMethodology
Kermit is most frequently used with these boy middle names: Kermit Wayne · Kermit Ray · Kermit Michael · Kermit Allen · Kermit EugeneView all 137 boy middle names.
- Total 202 middle names used with Kermit
- 19 girl middle names used with Kermit
- 43 unisex middle names used with Kermit
Middle name suggestions for KermitMethodology
Based on observed first-middle-name pattern combinations, Kermit is most frequently associated with boy middle names that have 2 syllables, Strong–Weak stress pattern, 5 letters, and a starting sound of “j”.
Examples: Kermit Jacob · Kermit Jason · Kermit Jesus · Kermit Jerry · Kermit Jared. View all 114 suggested middle names.
Names Similar to Kermit
Same Starting Sound Finder
Names that begin with a similar phonetic sound: Christopher · Kenneth · Kevin · View all Top 100 names
Rhymes With Kermit Finder
Names that share similar ending sounds and rhymes: Robert · Scott · Albert · View all Top 100 names
Same Rhythm & Syllables Finder
Names with matching syllable stress and pronunciation rhythm: Robert · Michael · William · View all Top 100 names
Dictionary & Etymology of “Kermit”
Dictionary Meaning of "Kermit"Methodology
A male given name from Manx
The puppet Kermit the Frog, host of The Muppet Show and a frequent character in Sesame Street, originally performed by creator Jim Henson
An asynchronous file transfer protocol, often used for communication between different types of minicomputer or mainframe
A city, the county seat of Winkler County, Texas, named after Kermit Roosevelt
A town in Mingo County, West Virginia, named after Kermit Roosevelt
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How to Spell Kermit in ASL
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Comments on the name Kermit
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Erza_scarltz
Why are there so many Songs about rainbows And what's on the other side Rainbows are visions They're only illusions And rainbows have nothing to hide So we've been told and some chose to Believe it But I know they're wrong wait and see Someday we'll find it The Rainbow Connection The lovers, the dreamers and me Who said that every wish Would be heard and answered When wished on the morning star Somebody thought of that And someone believed it And look what it's done so far What's so amazing That keeps us star gazing What so we think we might see Someday we'll find it That Rainbow Connection The lovers the dreamers and me Have you been fast asleep And have you heard voices, I've heard them calling my name Is this the sweet sound that calls The young sailors The voice might be one and the same I've heard it too many times to ignore it It's something that I'm supposed to be Someday we'll find it The rainbow connection The lovers, the dreamers and me La lala la lala la la la lala la la la.
Demonrage900
My name is Kermit, my son's name is Kermit Jr, also III. He is classified as a professional race car driver at the tender age of 11 (he's been racing for almost 6 years). He has adopted the nickname "The World's Fastest Frog". I feel that you should use something, even an odd name to further yourself. My son has 2 middle names that he can use, but refuses. He likes being different.
Wender_fera
Kermit Schaefer was a collector (and disseminator) of "bloopers," his term for mistakes made in television and radio broadcasts.
Vux9ej4dcn_q
I guess you could say Kermit the Frog is a famous bearer.
Drago_samus
'Kermit Griffin' is the name of the character - a mercenary turned cop - that the great actor Scott Wentworth portrayed in the 1990's US TV-series "Kung Fu: The Legend Continues".