Amelia 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
Nicknames
Bur, Buy, Buie

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Burke Rank #3,235

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #3235 for Burke.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Amelia ___

  • Amelia Rose
  • Amelia Grace
  • Amelia Jane
  • Amelia Kate
  • Amelia Anne
  • Amelia Louise

Burke ___

  • Burke Thomas
  • Burke William
  • Burke James
  • Burke Alexander
  • Burke Henry
  • Burke Michael

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Burke

Quinn Reid Grant Sloane Bridget

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Burke more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Burke at #3235 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Burke mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Burke means "from the fortress" (Old French 'borc' origin).

Are Amelia and Burke boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Burke is primarily a boy name.

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