Rourke
ROORK
Popularity
#8799
Letters
6
Syllables
1
Origin
Irish
Total Births
345
Peak Year
#17 in 2012
First Recorded
1978
Style
Strong & Bold
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
An Irish surname of Gaelic origin, derived from 'ruadh' meaning 'red' and 'cán' meaning 'hound' or 'wolf', signifying 'red-haired warrior'.
Numerology
The Achiever
Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.
Famous Namesakes
Rourke Kelly
Australian actor known for his roles in action films.
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