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Burke

BURK

Burke is a boy’s name of Irish origin, meaning “Of English and Irish origin, derived from the Old English 'burh' meaning 'fortress, fortified place'. Also an Anglicized form of the Irish surname 'de Búrca'.”. It currently ranks #3218 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2014.

Letters5
Syllables1
OriginIrish

What Burke Means

Of English and Irish origin, derived from the Old English 'burh' meaning 'fortress, fortified place'. Also an Anglicized form of the Irish surname 'de Búrca'.

The Story of Burke

This name stands like an ancient fortress, a symbol of unyielding strength and steadfast protection for your son's journey.

Burke is a name of robust English and Irish heritage, derived from the Old English 'burh,' meaning 'fortress' or 'fortified place.' It also emerged as an Anglicized form of the powerful Irish surname 'de Búrca,' brought to Ireland by Norman invaders. The name has long been associated with resilience and enduring strength.

Whispering 'Burke' feels like laying a solid foundation, a name that grounds your son with an innate sense of security. It’s a name for a child you know will be a protector, someone who builds strong defenses not with aggression, but with quiet resilience. You'll feel its steady presence when you write it on his birth certificate, a promise of his unshakeable spirit.

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Numerology

4

The Builder

Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.

Famous Namesakes

  • Edmund Burke

    Irish statesman and philosopher

Personality Traits

StrongIndependentProtectiveResilient

Peak Year

#79 in 2014

Total Births

4,137

First Recorded

1881

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