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Chip vs Burke

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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Popularity Comparison

Chip Rank #3,313
Burke Rank #3,235

Burke is more popular, ranked #3235 vs #3313 for Chip.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chip or Burke more popular?

Burke is more popular, ranked #3235 compared to Chip at #3313 in the United States.

What do Chip and Burke mean?

Chip means "son of Richard, man" (Old English origin). Burke means "from the fortress" (Old French 'borc' origin).

Are Chip and Burke boy or girl names?

Chip is primarily a boy name. Burke is primarily a boy name.

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