Burke

The name Burke is of English origin. The meaning of Burke is 'fortified town'. The name is usually used as a surname and is common in the west of Ireland. This name is derived from the Old English word 'burgh' meaning 'fortified town'. A famous person with this name is Lady Honora Burke who was known as the wife of James FitzJames, who was the first Duke of Berwick. She is popular for having been the one to introduce the country dance known as contredanse anglaise to the French court. There are also many other variations to this name such as Arterberry, Arterbury, Atteberry, Atterberry, Auteberry, Berry, and Bourke.

Gender

Boy

Meaning

from the fortress

Origin

French

Numerology

B is for bloom, your glow of life.

U is for upstanding, your inner-self.

R is for rely, everyone’s trustworthy friend.

K is for keepsake, you treasure your memories.

E is for exotic, no lack of spirit here!

Lucky

Burke lucky number is 3.

The number 3 has always held powerful symbolism. Think about good things coming in 3s, the birth-life-death cycle, the mind-body-soul connection, the 3 acts of a typical story. Wherever the number 3 shows up in your life, it's generally an omen of creativity, communication, optimism, and curiosity!

Famous People Named Burke

• Lauren Laverne (born Lauren Cecilia Fisher) English radio DJ
• Lauren Anderson American model
• Lauren Elizabeth Maltby American actress
• Lauren MacMullan American animation director
• Burke Heinrich Badenhop American baseball pitcher