Durke
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Durke first appeared in US Social Security records in 1955.
Over 10 babies have been named Durke in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Durke is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #42,659 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #42,659
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Durke
Durke is a boy name .
Durke is currently ranked #42,659 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Durke include Dur, Duy, Duie, and Durkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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