Rourke
Pronunciation: [ r-AWRK ]
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Rourke first appeared in US Social Security records in 1978.
Over 345 babies have been named Rourke in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Rourke is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #9,843 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #9,843
- Total SSA Count
- 9
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About the Name Rourke
Rourke is a boy name .
Rourke is currently ranked #9,843 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Rourke include Rou, Rour, Roury, Rourie, Roy, Roie, and Roukins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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