Burl Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationBURL / /bɜrl/English; Scottish
Meaning
English: a burl or knot in wood; Scottish: a hill or mound
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Burl has roots in both English and Scottish cultures. In English, it refers to a knot or imperfection in wood, often valued for its unique appearance. In Scottish, it can denote a geographical feature, such as a hill. The name has been used in various contexts, including as a surname.
Trend Summary
The name Burl has seen limited popularity in the United States, often regarded as a vintage or classic choice.
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Famous people named Burl
Burl Ives was an American actor and folk singer known for his distinctive voice and contributions to American music.
Burl Barer is an American author and true crime writer recognized for his works in the genre.
Fictional characters named Burl
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Burl was first seen in the United States in 1880. Burl has ranked as high as #678 nationally, which occurred in 1921, and has been most popular in Oklahoma, Texas, Arkansas, West Virginia, and Tennessee. In the past 5 years the name Burl has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Burl (1980)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 14 |
| 1881 | 11 |
| 1882 | 18 |
| 1883 | 11 |
| 1884 | 9 |
| 1885 | 17 |
| 1886 | 21 |
| 1887 | 19 |
| 1888 | 20 |
| 1889 | 12 |
| 1890 | 12 |
| 1891 | 20 |
| 1892 | 16 |
| 1893 | 12 |
| 1894 | 12 |
| 1895 | 8 |
| 1896 | 15 |
| 1897 | 15 |
| 1898 | 12 |
| 1899 | 13 |
| 1900 | 18 |
| 1901 | 15 |
| 1902 | 9 |
| 1903 | 21 |
| 1904 | 9 |
| 1905 | 21 |
| 1906 | 16 |
| 1907 | 21 |
| 1908 | 21 |
| 1909 | 29 |
| 1910 | 37 |
| 1911 | 28 |
| 1912 | 66 |
| 1913 | 86 |
| 1914 | 92 |
| 1915 | 130 |
| 1916 | 150 |
| 1917 | 130 |
| 1918 | 140 |
| 1919 | 130 |
| 1920 | 174 |
| 1921 | 211 |
| 1922 | 190 |
| 1923 | 157 |
| 1924 | 154 |
| 1925 | 150 |
| 1926 | 152 |
| 1927 | 163 |
| 1928 | 170 |
| 1929 | 135 |
| 1930 | 134 |
| 1931 | 156 |
| 1932 | 144 |
| 1933 | 113 |
| 1934 | 120 |
| 1935 | 137 |
| 1936 | 127 |
| 1937 | 127 |
| 1938 | 110 |
| 1939 | 124 |
| 1940 | 113 |
| 1941 | 100 |
| 1942 | 120 |
| 1943 | 109 |
| 1944 | 86 |
| 1945 | 84 |
| 1946 | 102 |
| 1947 | 106 |
| 1948 | 93 |
| 1949 | 81 |
| 1950 | 99 |
| 1951 | 95 |
| 1952 | 83 |
| 1953 | 90 |
| 1954 | 86 |
| 1955 | 96 |
| 1956 | 80 |
| 1957 | 71 |
| 1958 | 67 |
| 1959 | 65 |
| 1960 | 59 |
| 1961 | 52 |
| 1962 | 45 |
| 1963 | 47 |
| 1964 | 48 |
| 1965 | 45 |
| 1966 | 34 |
| 1967 | 39 |
| 1968 | 43 |
| 1969 | 40 |
| 1970 | 36 |
| 1971 | 32 |
| 1972 | 31 |
| 1973 | 30 |
| 1974 | 30 |
| 1975 | 21 |
| 1976 | 20 |
| 1977 | 22 |
| 1978 | 24 |
| 1979 | 19 |
| 1980 | 27 |
| 1981 | 18 |
| 1982 | 18 |
| 1983 | 14 |
| 1984 | 19 |
| 1985 | 12 |
| 1986 | 11 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1988 | 13 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1991 | 11 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1993 | 10 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2024 | 6 |