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Burke

Pronunciation: [ b-ERK ]

Girl Name #51,753 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Burke is a girl name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced b-ERK.

Parents who love the name Burke often also consider Bulah, Burt, Bud .

Quick Facts

Gender
Girl
Popularity Rank
#51,753
Total SSA Count
5

Nicknames

Bur Buy Burie

Also a Boy Name

Burke is also used as a boy name, ranked #3235.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Burke

Is Burke a boy or girl name?
Burke is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #51753. As a boy name, it is ranked #3235. Burke is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Burke?
Burke is pronounced b-ERK.
How popular is the name Burke?
Burke is currently ranked #51753 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Burke?
Common nicknames for Burke include Bur, Buy, and Burie.
Is Burke a common or rare name?
Burke is an uncommon name, ranked #51753 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Burke

Burke is a girl name .

Is Burke a boy or girl name? Burke is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #51,753 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #3,235. Burke is more commonly used as a boy name.

Burke is currently ranked #51,753 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Burke include Bur, Buy, and Burie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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