Burke vs Lakai

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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Lakai

Boy #3,289 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"sun and sea (Hawaiian compound)"

Origin: Hawaiian

Cultural Roots

Hawaiian Polynesian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,289
Total SSA Count
36
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Kai, Lak

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Burke Rank #3,235
Lakai Rank #3,289

Burke is more popular, ranked #3235 vs #3289 for Lakai.

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

Lakai ___

  • Lakai Kai
  • Lakai James
  • Lakai Cole
  • Lakai Reef
  • Lakai Blue
  • Lakai Ocean

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Burke

Quinn Reid Grant Sloane Bridget

If you choose Lakai

Kalani Maia Keanu Nalani Hanalei

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Burke or Lakai more popular?

Burke is more popular, ranked #3235 compared to Lakai at #3289 in the United States.

What do Burke and Lakai mean?

Burke means "from the fortress" (Old French 'borc' origin). Lakai means "sun and sea (Hawaiian compound)" (Hawaiian origin).

Are Burke and Lakai boy or girl names?

Burke is primarily a boy name. Lakai is primarily a boy name.

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