Burke vs Drue

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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Drue

Boy #3,176 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"manly, courageous, strong"

Origin: Greek Andreas

Cultural Roots

American British Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,176
Total SSA Count
38
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Burke Rank #3,235
Drue Rank #3,176

Drue is more popular, ranked #3176 vs #3235 for Burke.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Burke or Drue more popular?

Drue is more popular, ranked #3176 compared to Burke at #3235 in the United States.

What do Burke and Drue mean?

Burke means "from the fortress" (Old French 'borc' origin). Drue means "manly, courageous, strong" (Greek Andreas origin).

Are Burke and Drue boy or girl names?

Burke is primarily a boy name. Drue is primarily a boy name.

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