Enke
Fact sheet
- Name
- Enke
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
The name Enke for girls is regarded as a Frisian pet form of Enna, which in turn is a short form of first names that begin with the elements 'Agin-' or 'Egin-'. Its meaning is 'the fearful one' or 'the one with the sword tip'.
What does the name Enke mean?
The girl's name Enke is considered a Frisian pet form of the name Enna, which is a short form of first names that begin with 'Agin-' or 'Egin-'. The meaning of the name is 'the fearful one' or 'the one with the sword tip'. The roots of the name can be found in the Germanic word agi, meaning 'fear', 'terror', 'awe', or 'anxiety', or in Old High German ekka, which refers to 'the sword edge', 'the sword tip', as well as 'sharpness, edge, tip, or blade of a weapon'.
Where does the name Enke come from?
The name Enke has its roots in Old Germanic and Old High German and translates to 'the fearful one'. In Old Germanic, agi stands for 'fear', 'terror', 'awe', 'anxiety', while in Old High German, ekka encompasses the terms 'the sword edge', 'the sword tip', 'sharpness', and 'edge, tip, or blade of a weapon'. The languages from which the name originates are Frisian, Low German, and East Frisian.
How do you pronounce Enke?
The pronunciation of Enke is generally as 'En-ke' [ˈɛŋkə]. The clear, short onset is directly followed by a prominent 'k'. The weak '-e' softens the intensity of the consonant. Enke conveys a compact and independent sound - characterized by Nordic clarity and structure.
Popularity
Enke ranks among the rarer first names in Germany. In 2023, it placed 5,633rd in the list of the most common female baby names. The best ranking was achieved in 2014 with 4,003rd place. In the last ten years, Enke has been given as a first name fewer than 10 times, placing it 11,442nd in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 9,958th.
Nicknames & pet names
Ecke / Eny
Frequently asked questions about the name Enke
Where does the name Enke come from?
The name Enke has its roots in Old Germanic and Old High German and is of Frisian origin. It is often regarded as a pet form of the name Enna.
What does the name Enke mean?
The meaning of the name Enke is often translated as 'the fearful one' or 'the one with the sword tip'. Its roots lie in the Germanic word 'agi', which means 'fear' or 'awe', as well as in Old High German 'ekka', which encompasses 'sword edge' or 'tip'.
How popular is the name Enke?
The first name Enke is rather rare and has a low prevalence compared to other names. It is particularly appreciated in certain regions, such as Friesland.