Folke

Folke is a boy baby name. Ranked #38,060 in the US, popular nicknames include Fol, Foy, and Folie.

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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Folke is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records.

Parents who love the name Folke often also consider Fair, Lu, Bjarne .

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Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#38,060
Total SSA Count
5

Nicknames

Fol Foy Folie

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Fair Boy Old Norse fagr Lu Boy Latin Bjarne Boy Norse Lindell Boy Old English Arco Boy Latin Cresencio Boy Latin Crescentius Birger Boy Old Norse bjarga

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"Valley of the linden trees"

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"Arc; bow; arch - from Latin arcus mea..."

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Latin Crescentius origin

"one who grows in virtue"

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Frequently Asked Questions About Folke

Is Folke a boy or girl name?
Folke is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Folke?
Folke is currently ranked #38060 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Folke?
Common nicknames for Folke include Fol, Foy, and Folie.
Is Folke a common or rare name?
Folke is an uncommon name, ranked #38060 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What boy names are similar to Folke?
Folke pairs well with Fair, Lu, Bjarne, Lindell in style and sound.

About the Name Folke

Folke is a boy name .

Folke is currently ranked #38,060 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Folke include Fol, Foy, and Folie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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