Burk
Pronunciation: [ b-ERK ]
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Burk first appeared in US Social Security records in 1952.
Over 163 babies have been named Burk in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Burk is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #19,866 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #19,866
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Burk
Burk is a boy name .
Burk is currently ranked #19,866 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of Burk include Burke . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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