Durk name meaning

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Updated: March 17th, 2024
Gender: Boy
Origin: Gothic, English, Old High German and Gothic
Pronunciation: pronunciation of Durk d(u)-rk
Meaning: Ruler of the People and Form of Derek
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What does Durk mean?

Durk is a resultant of Dirk. Dirk is a short version of Dietrich. Dirk is form of Derek in Dutch and English languages. Also Dirk is English and German cognate of Diederik.

Originated from Gothic and Old High German, Anomalous Dirk, Dirk means "Form of Derek, Folk and Ruler of the People".

How do I pronounce Durk?

Two syllabled Durk is most commonly pronounced as d(u)-rk.

Names that rhyme with Durk

How popular is the name Durk?

Durk is an uncommon baby name in United States, its highest ever rank is 1885 (1954) in its 11 years run on United States naming chart. Durk is a common name in Netherlands.

At least, 1000 people around the globe have been given the name as per our findings.

YearRankBirths
198256136
197554695
197149065
196836686
196627829
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Facts

Durk in Nordic countries

CountriesMen
First NameSecondary Name
Netherlands1109640
Sweden26
Denmark40

Numerological aspects of Durk

Just listen to your heart when it comes to people instead of your doubtful attitude. You are compassionate, aware, and full of understanding. Your friends enjoy your sarcasm and dark sense of humor. Your soul urge number recommends you believe in yourself and your talents more. You are a perfectionist and like to have things in order even to the tiniest detail. You want to prove to yourself and others that you can be successful in anything you chose to be.

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Sibling Names for Durk

Choosing the perfect baby name can be an exciting yet daunting task for parents. If you have decided on the name "Durk" for your little one, you might want to consider some options for their siblings' names that complement it well. Here are some suggestions to get you started!

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Famous people named Durk

  • Durk Pearson, research scientist best
  • Durk Dehner is noted for directing video The Wild Ones

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