Save Type Surname (from location) Usage English Pronounced Pron. /ˈkɜɹ.bi/ [key·simplify] Meaning & History From numerous towns in northern England named Kirby or Kirkby, derived from Old Norse kirkja "church" and býr "farm, settlement". Related NamesDetails Rootskirkja + býrGiven Name DescendantKirby(English) Categories Catholic saints, place names, religion