Burke vs Johne

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

Burke Rank #3,235
Johne Rank #28,931

Burke is more popular, ranked #3235 vs #28931 for Johne.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Burke ___

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

Johne ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Burke

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Burke or Johne more popular?

Burke is more popular, ranked #3235 compared to Johne at #28931 in the United States.

What do Burke and Johne mean?

Burke means "from the fortress" (Old French 'borc' origin).

Are Burke and Johne boy or girl names?

Burke is primarily a boy name. Johne is primarily a boy name.

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