Burke vs Connell

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Burke

Boy #3,235 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"from the fortress"

Origin: Old French 'borc'

Irish English American Australian

15 High Risk

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Boy #3,401 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"strong wolf, wolf valor"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Irish Scottish Celtic American

✓ All Clear

Burke Rank #3,235

Connell Rank #3,401

Burke is more popular, ranked #3235 vs #3401 for Connell.

Is Burke or Connell more popular?

Burke is more popular, ranked #3235 compared to Connell at #3401 in the United States.

What do Burke and Connell mean?

Burke means "from the fortress" (Old French 'borc' origin). Connell means "strong wolf, wolf valor" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Burke and Connell boy or girl names?

Burke is primarily a boy name. Connell is primarily a boy name.