Burke vs Macen

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 #3,233 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"stoneworker, bricklayer"

Origin: Old French 'maçon'

American English

✓ All Clear

Burke Rank #3,235

Macen Rank #3,233

Macen is more popular, ranked #3233 vs #3235 for Burke.

Is Burke or Macen more popular?

Macen is more popular, ranked #3233 compared to Burke at #3235 in the United States.

What do Burke and Macen mean?

Burke means "from the fortress" (Old French 'borc' origin). Macen means "stoneworker, bricklayer" (Old French 'maçon' origin).

Are Burke and Macen boy or girl names?

Burke is primarily a boy name. Macen is primarily a boy name.