Burton Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationBUR-ton / /ˈbɜːrtən/English; Old English
Meaning
English: fortress town; Old English: fortified settlement
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Burton is derived from Old English elements meaning 'fortified town' or 'fortified settlement.' It has been used as a surname and a given name in England since the Middle Ages. The name is associated with various places in England, notably Burton upon Trent, known for its brewing industry. Burton has also been used in literature and popular culture, contributing to its recognition.
Trend Summary
Burton has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable presence in the early to mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Burten
- Burt
International Variants
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Famous people named Burton
Burton Cummings is a Canadian musician known for being the lead singer of the band The Guess Who.
Burton G. Malkiel is an American economist and author of the influential book 'A Random Walk Down Wall Street.'.
Burton Ritchie was an American politician who served in the New Jersey Senate.
Fictional characters named Burton
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Burton was first seen in the United States in 1880. Burton has ranked as high as #452 nationally, which occurred in 1925, and has been most popular in New York, Illinois, Pennsylvania, California, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Burton has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Burton (2021)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 34 |
| 1881 | 42 |
| 1882 | 38 |
| 1883 | 40 |
| 1884 | 38 |
| 1885 | 32 |
| 1886 | 35 |
| 1887 | 23 |
| 1888 | 42 |
| 1889 | 24 |
| 1890 | 28 |
| 1891 | 29 |
| 1892 | 32 |
| 1893 | 30 |
| 1894 | 29 |
| 1895 | 27 |
| 1896 | 42 |
| 1897 | 26 |
| 1898 | 38 |
| 1899 | 32 |
| 1900 | 38 |
| 1901 | 35 |
| 1902 | 29 |
| 1903 | 52 |
| 1904 | 41 |
| 1905 | 30 |
| 1906 | 50 |
| 1907 | 43 |
| 1908 | 34 |
| 1909 | 52 |
| 1910 | 53 |
| 1911 | 84 |
| 1912 | 163 |
| 1913 | 207 |
| 1914 | 244 |
| 1915 | 328 |
| 1916 | 358 |
| 1917 | 398 |
| 1918 | 450 |
| 1919 | 456 |
| 1920 | 433 |
| 1921 | 503 |
| 1922 | 479 |
| 1923 | 495 |
| 1924 | 551 |
| 1925 | 597 |
| 1926 | 558 |
| 1927 | 546 |
| 1928 | 518 |
| 1929 | 545 |
| 1930 | 560 |
| 1931 | 473 |
| 1932 | 440 |
| 1933 | 427 |
| 1934 | 433 |
| 1935 | 399 |
| 1936 | 435 |
| 1937 | 410 |
| 1938 | 384 |
| 1939 | 312 |
| 1940 | 345 |
| 1941 | 334 |
| 1942 | 317 |
| 1943 | 304 |
| 1944 | 293 |
| 1945 | 273 |
| 1946 | 285 |
| 1947 | 293 |
| 1948 | 246 |
| 1949 | 270 |
| 1950 | 252 |
| 1951 | 216 |
| 1952 | 217 |
| 1953 | 222 |
| 1954 | 192 |
| 1955 | 183 |
| 1956 | 191 |
| 1957 | 196 |
| 1958 | 158 |
| 1959 | 171 |
| 1960 | 186 |
| 1961 | 182 |
| 1962 | 154 |
| 1963 | 197 |
| 1964 | 163 |
| 1965 | 160 |
| 1966 | 152 |
| 1967 | 129 |
| 1968 | 120 |
| 1969 | 117 |
| 1970 | 121 |
| 1971 | 119 |
| 1972 | 112 |
| 1973 | 88 |
| 1974 | 86 |
| 1975 | 79 |
| 1976 | 82 |
| 1977 | 98 |
| 1978 | 102 |
| 1979 | 94 |
| 1980 | 98 |
| 1981 | 91 |
| 1982 | 75 |
| 1983 | 70 |
| 1984 | 60 |
| 1985 | 56 |
| 1986 | 63 |
| 1987 | 56 |
| 1988 | 51 |
| 1989 | 54 |
| 1990 | 43 |
| 1991 | 45 |
| 1992 | 31 |
| 1993 | 36 |
| 1994 | 36 |
| 1995 | 25 |
| 1996 | 37 |
| 1997 | 21 |
| 1998 | 25 |
| 1999 | 24 |
| 2000 | 21 |
| 2001 | 22 |
| 2002 | 24 |
| 2003 | 23 |
| 2004 | 30 |
| 2005 | 31 |
| 2006 | 25 |
| 2007 | 29 |
| 2008 | 19 |
| 2009 | 26 |
| 2010 | 26 |
| 2011 | 27 |
| 2012 | 36 |
| 2013 | 30 |
| 2014 | 27 |
| 2015 | 36 |
| 2016 | 25 |
| 2017 | 25 |
| 2018 | 22 |
| 2019 | 24 |
| 2020 | 20 |
| 2021 | 31 |
| 2022 | 35 |
| 2023 | 31 |
| 2024 | 19 |