Burke
girl nameBurke entered the US charts in 1999, peaked at #9943 in 2017, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1999–2025
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rank today
#9943
peak (2017)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #14411 |
| 2000s | #15242 |
| 2010s | #12860 |
| 2020s | #15178 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Burke are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Burke is a kid of about 10 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Burke in 2025?
- Burke is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Burke most popular?
- Burke peaked in 2017, reaching #9943 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Burke with classmates?
- Burke will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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