The surname is one of the Anglo-Norman names that came to Ireland in the 12th century. The surname Bourke is derived from the Old English word "burh," which is derived from the Old German word "burg," the common Germanic word for a fortification.

Where is Bourke from?

The Bourke family name was found in the USA, the UK, Canada, and Scotland between 1840 and 1920. The most Bourke families were found in the USA in 1880. In 1891 there were 196 Bourke families living in Lancashire. This was about 40% of all the recorded Bourke's in the UK.

What is the Irish for Burke?

Unsourced material may be challenged and removed. The House of Burke (Irish: de Búrca; Latinised to de Burca or de Burgo) is the Irish branch of the Anglo-Norman noble family known as de Burgh. The surname Burke has been associated with Connaught for more than seven centuries.