What origin is the name Pembroke?

Pembroke comes from english naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

Is Pembroke a popular name?

Pembroke is very rare in official US birth records — fewer than 5 babies of this gender were given the name in any year we checked.

What are good brother names for Pembroke?

Names from the same english tradition pair naturally with Pembroke — for example Mason, Jackson, Carter. You can browse more on our english names page.

Pembroke

Q: Is Pembroke a rare name?

Yes. Pembroke does not appear in US Social Security birth records, which list every name given to at least 5 babies, so it is rare in the US.

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Pembroke

Pembroke

Unisex

english

3 syllables

Pembroke is an english unisex name meaning "This lovely name means 'a broken hill' or 'lives in the headland,' suggesting a connection to resilient landscapes. A unique and earthy choice.".

With english roots, Pembroke is a unisex name that means "This lovely name means 'a broken hill' or 'lives in the headland,' suggesting a connection to resilient landscapes. A unique and earthy choice.". At 8 letters it is a longer name, which leaves room for a nickname. It has 3 syllables.

Origin: english
Gender: Unisex
Syllables: 3

Meaning compiled from public name lists.

Meaning

This lovely name means 'a broken hill' or 'lives in the headland,' suggesting a connection to resilient landscapes. A unique and earthy choice.

Popularity

Very rare in US records (source: US Social Security Administration birth records (best rank 2008–2017))

Quick answers about Pembroke

Very rare in US records

What does Pembroke mean?

Pembroke is a unisex name of english origin meaning "This lovely name means 'a broken hill' or 'lives in the headland,' suggesting a connection to resilient landscapes. A unique and earthy choice.".