Birk is of Norse origin, derived from the Old Norse word 'bjôrk', which means birch tree. It is a strong, distinctive name that has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in Scandinavia and beyond.
"In the past fourteen years, the name Birk has seen a notable increase in popularity among newborns, with a total of twenty-six babies being named Birk between 2008 and 2021. While there were only five births in 2008, this number more than doubled to eight by 2018. The years 2019 and 2021 saw seven and six births respectively, indicating a sustained interest in the name Birk."