Lee Burke

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Lee Burke — meadow
79K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Lee Burke is a name that combines English origins. The first name Lee is a feminine given name of English origin. From Old English lēah, meaning "clearing in the woods" or "meadow." Also a common Korean surname. The surname Burke: Burke (Irish: de Búrca; Latin: de Burgo) is a Norman-Irish surname, deriving from the ancient Anglo-Norman and Hiberno-Norman noble dynasty, the House of Burgh. In Ireland, the descendants of William de Burgh (circa 1160–1206) had the surname de Burgh, which was gaelicised in Irish as de Búrca and over the centuries became Búrc, then Burke, and Bourke. Surname Adam Burke (rower), (1971–2018), Irish ocean rower Adam Burke (comedian), American stand-up comedian, writer, and comic artist Adrian P. Lee is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 79K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Lee reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Lee

Meaning: meadow

English

From Old English lēah, meaning "clearing in the woods" or "meadow." Also a common Korean surname.

Surname: Burke

Latin

Burke (Irish: de Búrca; Latin: de Burgo) is a Norman-Irish surname, deriving from the ancient Anglo-Norman and Hiberno-Norman noble dynasty, the House of Burgh. In Ireland, the descendants of William de Burgh (circa 1160–1206) had the surname de Burgh, which was gaelicised in Irish as de Búrca and over the centuries became Búrc, then Burke, and Bourke. Surname Adam Burke (rower), (1971–2018), Irish ocean rower Adam Burke (comedian), American stand-up comedian, writer, and comic artist Adrian P.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Lee is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Lee by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Lee Burke

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Lee Burke:

7
Expression Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

9
Soul Urge Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

7
Personality Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Lee?
The first name Lee originates from English. From Old English lēah, meaning "clearing in the woods" or "meadow." Also a common Korean surname.
When was Lee most popular?
The name Lee reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Burke?
The surname Burke originates from Latin. Burke (Irish: de Búrca; Latin: de Burgo) is a Norman-Irish surname, deriving from the ancient Anglo-Norman and Hiberno-Norman noble dynasty, the House of Burgh. In Ireland, the descendants of William de Burgh (circa 1160–1206) had the surname de Burgh, which was gaelicised in Irish as de Búrca and over the centuries became Búrc, then Burke, and Bourke. Surname Adam Burke (rower), (1971–2018), Irish ocean rower Adam Burke (comedian), American stand-up comedian, writer, and comic artist Adrian P.
What are the origins of the name Lee Burke?
The name Lee Burke combines two different traditions: the first name Lee has English roots, while the surname Burke originates from Latin.
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