Origin and Meaning of Kip

A short form of 'Kipling,' meaning 'small' or 'a small hill'

Origin: English - Derived from the Old English word 'cyppan', which means 'to sleep', and evolved through the surname 'Kipling', which refers to someone from a place called Kipling.

• Kip is often associated with the character Kip from the 2004 film Napoleon Dynamite, contributing to a trendy perception of the name.
• The name Kip can be found used in various cultures though it remains most popular in English-speaking countries.
• Kipling is famously associated with the author Rudyard Kipling, known for classics like 'The Jungle Book' and 'Kim'.
• Kip saw an increase in popularity in the United States during the late 20th century and has remained a unique choice for parents.
• Variations of Kip include Kipp, and it can serve as a diminutive for names like Kipling or Christopher.