Burke vs Ao

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Burke

Boy #3,235 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"from the fortress"

Origin: Old French 'borc'

Cultural Roots

Irish English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,235
Total SSA Count
37
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Ao

Boy #14,516 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"blue, blue-green"

Origin: Japanese

Cultural Roots

Japanese Chinese Maori

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#14,516
Total SSA Count
7
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Burke Rank #3,235
Ao Rank #14,516

Burke is more popular, ranked #3235 vs #14516 for Ao.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Burke or Ao more popular?

Burke is more popular, ranked #3235 compared to Ao at #14516 in the United States.

What do Burke and Ao mean?

Burke means "from the fortress" (Old French 'borc' origin). Ao means "blue, blue-green" (Japanese origin).

Are Burke and Ao boy or girl names?

Burke is primarily a boy name. Ao is primarily a boy name.

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