Burke: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A child from the fortified hillside settlement.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 1
- Current rank
- #2099
- Peak
- #799 in 1881
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Burke Means
Burke is a boy name of English origin. A child from the fortified hillside settlement.
How Popular Burke Is
Burke currently ranks #2099 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #799 in 1881. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Burke
- At its most popular, Burke reached #799 in the U.S. in 1881.
- Burke is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
- It's a timeless classic that never goes out of style.
Names Like Burke
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Sibling Names for Burke
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Questions About Burke
What does Burke mean?
Burke is a boy name of English origin. A child from the fortified hillside settlement.
How popular is Burke?
Burke currently ranks #2099 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #799 in 1881. It has held steady.
Where does Burke come from?
Burke comes from English roots. At its most popular, Burke reached #799 in the U.S. in 1881.
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