Burgess Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationBUR-jess / /ˈbɜːrdʒəs/English; Old French
Meaning
English: dweller by the castle; Old French: from the fortress
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Burgess has its roots in medieval England, where it was used to denote someone who lived near a fortified place. It was derived from the Old French word 'burgeis', meaning 'citizen' or 'townsman'. The name has been used as both a surname and a given name. Over time, it has appeared in various forms across different regions.
Trend Summary
The name Burgess has seen limited popularity in the United States, often appearing as a surname more than a given name.
Similar Names
Variants
- Burgess
International Variants
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Famous people named Burgess
Burgess Meredith was an American actor known for his roles in films such as 'Rocky' and 'The Twilight Zone'.
Burgess Owens is an American politician and former professional football player, serving as a U.S. Representative.
Fictional characters named Burgess
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Burgess was first seen in the United States in 1884. Burgess has ranked as high as #868 nationally, which occurred in 1922, and has been most popular in Kentucky, North Carolina, and West Virginia. In the past 5 years the name Burgess has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Burgess (1964)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| WV | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1884 | 5 |
| 1890 | 6 |
| 1894 | 5 |
| 1907 | 7 |
| 1909 | 6 |
| 1910 | 9 |
| 1911 | 9 |
| 1912 | 11 |
| 1913 | 21 |
| 1914 | 13 |
| 1915 | 20 |
| 1916 | 16 |
| 1917 | 15 |
| 1918 | 22 |
| 1919 | 26 |
| 1920 | 18 |
| 1921 | 21 |
| 1922 | 28 |
| 1923 | 17 |
| 1924 | 23 |
| 1925 | 22 |
| 1926 | 24 |
| 1927 | 19 |
| 1928 | 13 |
| 1929 | 23 |
| 1930 | 15 |
| 1931 | 14 |
| 1932 | 17 |
| 1933 | 16 |
| 1934 | 11 |
| 1935 | 14 |
| 1936 | 20 |
| 1937 | 18 |
| 1938 | 19 |
| 1939 | 10 |
| 1940 | 12 |
| 1941 | 23 |
| 1942 | 26 |
| 1943 | 19 |
| 1944 | 22 |
| 1945 | 14 |
| 1946 | 14 |
| 1947 | 18 |
| 1948 | 16 |
| 1949 | 13 |
| 1950 | 12 |
| 1951 | 10 |
| 1952 | 13 |
| 1953 | 10 |
| 1954 | 13 |
| 1955 | 12 |
| 1956 | 13 |
| 1957 | 10 |
| 1958 | 15 |
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1960 | 9 |
| 1961 | 8 |
| 1962 | 9 |
| 1963 | 12 |
| 1964 | 11 |
| 1965 | 9 |
| 1966 | 12 |
| 1967 | 9 |
| 1968 | 10 |
| 1969 | 6 |
| 1971 | 7 |
| 1972 | 15 |
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1974 | 9 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1976 | 8 |
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1978 | 8 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1987 | 9 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2010 | 7 |