Durk
boy nameDurk entered the US charts in 1954, peaked at #1887 in 1954, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1954–2025
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rank today
#1887
peak (1954)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #2733 |
| 1960s | #3499 |
| 1970s | #5186 |
| 1980s | #5619 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Durk are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Durk alive today was born around 1958, making them about 67 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Durk in 2025?
- Durk is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Durk most popular?
- Durk peaked in 1954, reaching #1887 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Durk with classmates?
- Durk will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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