Burke vs Tracy

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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Tracy

Boy #3,321 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from Tracy, a Norman place"

Origin: Old French/Latin

Cultural Roots

English American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,321
Total SSA Count
36
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Burke Rank #3,235
Tracy Rank #3,321

Burke is more popular, ranked #3235 vs #3321 for Tracy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Burke or Tracy more popular?

Burke is more popular, ranked #3235 compared to Tracy at #3321 in the United States.

What do Burke and Tracy mean?

Burke means "from the fortress" (Old French 'borc' origin). Tracy means "from Tracy, a Norman place" (Old French/Latin origin).

Are Burke and Tracy boy or girl names?

Burke is primarily a boy name. Tracy is primarily a boy name.

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