Burt Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationBurt / bɜrtEnglish; German
Meaning
English: Bright; German: Noble
Historical & Cultural Background
Burt is often considered a diminutive of the name Herbert. It gained popularity in the United States during the early to mid-20th century. The name has been associated with various notable figures in entertainment and sports. Its usage has declined in recent decades, reflecting changing naming trends.
Trend Summary
Burt has seen a decline in popularity in the United States since the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Bert
International Variants
- Bert (Dutch)
- Burt (English)
Famous people named Burt
Burt Reynolds was a famous American actor known for his roles in films such as 'Smokey and the Bandit'.
Burt Bacharach is a renowned American composer and music producer, celebrated for his contributions to popular music.
Burt Ward is an American actor best known for his portrayal of Robin in the 1960s 'Batman' television series.
Burt Lancaster was an acclaimed American actor and producer, recognized for his performances in classic films like 'From Here to Eternity'.
Fictional characters named Burt
Burt Gummer is a character in the 'Tremors' film series, known for his survivalist skills and humorous personality.
Burt Hummel is a character in the television series 'Glee', portrayed as the supportive father of the main character, Kurt.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Burt was first seen in the United States in 1880. Burt has ranked as high as #948 nationally, which occurred in 1956, and has been most popular in New York, California, Illinois, Michigan, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Burt has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Burt (1982)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
OH | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 42 |
1881 | 37 |
1882 | 31 |
1883 | 35 |
1884 | 29 |
1885 | 20 |
1886 | 19 |
1887 | 17 |
1888 | 30 |
1889 | 17 |
1890 | 30 |
1891 | 14 |
1892 | 14 |
1893 | 22 |
1894 | 14 |
1895 | 22 |
1896 | 12 |
1897 | 17 |
1898 | 13 |
1899 | 21 |
1900 | 18 |
1901 | 13 |
1902 | 12 |
1903 | 9 |
1904 | 13 |
1905 | 11 |
1906 | 18 |
1907 | 16 |
1908 | 13 |
1909 | 21 |
1910 | 20 |
1911 | 22 |
1912 | 34 |
1913 | 36 |
1914 | 37 |
1915 | 66 |
1916 | 66 |
1917 | 60 |
1918 | 84 |
1919 | 57 |
1920 | 73 |
1921 | 78 |
1922 | 82 |
1923 | 75 |
1924 | 65 |
1925 | 78 |
1926 | 71 |
1927 | 84 |
1928 | 73 |
1929 | 77 |
1930 | 79 |
1931 | 81 |
1932 | 77 |
1933 | 67 |
1934 | 70 |
1935 | 78 |
1936 | 78 |
1937 | 69 |
1938 | 72 |
1939 | 58 |
1940 | 74 |
1941 | 55 |
1942 | 73 |
1943 | 86 |
1944 | 70 |
1945 | 68 |
1946 | 68 |
1947 | 88 |
1948 | 109 |
1949 | 111 |
1950 | 101 |
1951 | 123 |
1952 | 113 |
1953 | 128 |
1954 | 141 |
1955 | 122 |
1956 | 152 |
1957 | 120 |
1958 | 116 |
1959 | 122 |
1960 | 107 |
1961 | 91 |
1962 | 109 |
1963 | 103 |
1964 | 89 |
1965 | 90 |
1966 | 85 |
1967 | 97 |
1968 | 78 |
1969 | 73 |
1970 | 76 |
1971 | 68 |
1972 | 58 |
1973 | 100 |
1974 | 63 |
1975 | 67 |
1976 | 57 |
1977 | 64 |
1978 | 66 |
1979 | 50 |
1980 | 49 |
1981 | 44 |
1982 | 36 |
1983 | 25 |
1984 | 31 |
1985 | 16 |
1986 | 17 |
1987 | 14 |
1988 | 15 |
1989 | 15 |
1990 | 13 |
1991 | 8 |
1992 | 16 |
1993 | 6 |
1994 | 8 |
1995 | 6 |
1997 | 6 |
1998 | 7 |
2000 | 8 |
2003 | 6 |
2004 | 5 |
2017 | 6 |