Wilburn Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationWIL-burn / /ˈwɪl.bɜrn/English; Old English
Meaning
English: From the willow brook; Old English: A stream with willow trees
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Wilburn has roots in Old English, combining elements that refer to nature, specifically willow trees and water. It has been used as a surname and a given name in English-speaking countries. The name reflects a connection to the landscape and natural features, which was common in naming conventions during the medieval period.
Trend Summary
Wilburn has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with periods of use in the 20th century.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Wilburn was first seen in the United States in 1880. Wilburn has ranked as high as #609 nationally, which occurred in 1926, and has been most popular in Texas, Alabama, Tennessee, Georgia, and Arkansas. In the past 5 years the name Wilburn has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Wilburn (1979)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 16 |
| 1881 | 14 |
| 1882 | 21 |
| 1883 | 11 |
| 1884 | 13 |
| 1885 | 13 |
| 1886 | 11 |
| 1887 | 12 |
| 1888 | 17 |
| 1889 | 11 |
| 1890 | 17 |
| 1891 | 12 |
| 1892 | 11 |
| 1893 | 15 |
| 1894 | 11 |
| 1895 | 9 |
| 1896 | 14 |
| 1897 | 15 |
| 1898 | 16 |
| 1899 | 13 |
| 1900 | 23 |
| 1901 | 13 |
| 1902 | 19 |
| 1903 | 21 |
| 1904 | 17 |
| 1905 | 27 |
| 1906 | 20 |
| 1907 | 27 |
| 1908 | 30 |
| 1909 | 27 |
| 1910 | 43 |
| 1911 | 49 |
| 1912 | 89 |
| 1913 | 116 |
| 1914 | 133 |
| 1915 | 196 |
| 1916 | 226 |
| 1917 | 227 |
| 1918 | 265 |
| 1919 | 274 |
| 1920 | 269 |
| 1921 | 304 |
| 1922 | 247 |
| 1923 | 302 |
| 1924 | 284 |
| 1925 | 280 |
| 1926 | 317 |
| 1927 | 268 |
| 1928 | 258 |
| 1929 | 232 |
| 1930 | 254 |
| 1931 | 244 |
| 1932 | 220 |
| 1933 | 206 |
| 1934 | 229 |
| 1935 | 195 |
| 1936 | 191 |
| 1937 | 179 |
| 1938 | 214 |
| 1939 | 189 |
| 1940 | 184 |
| 1941 | 168 |
| 1942 | 147 |
| 1943 | 149 |
| 1944 | 144 |
| 1945 | 113 |
| 1946 | 134 |
| 1947 | 139 |
| 1948 | 145 |
| 1949 | 111 |
| 1950 | 84 |
| 1951 | 79 |
| 1952 | 100 |
| 1953 | 79 |
| 1954 | 88 |
| 1955 | 97 |
| 1956 | 83 |
| 1957 | 68 |
| 1958 | 70 |
| 1959 | 68 |
| 1960 | 55 |
| 1961 | 66 |
| 1962 | 62 |
| 1963 | 56 |
| 1964 | 68 |
| 1965 | 53 |
| 1966 | 50 |
| 1967 | 48 |
| 1968 | 49 |
| 1969 | 39 |
| 1970 | 32 |
| 1971 | 41 |
| 1972 | 33 |
| 1973 | 41 |
| 1974 | 32 |
| 1975 | 22 |
| 1976 | 34 |
| 1977 | 18 |
| 1978 | 23 |
| 1979 | 24 |
| 1980 | 27 |
| 1981 | 17 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1983 | 10 |
| 1984 | 14 |
| 1985 | 14 |
| 1986 | 17 |
| 1987 | 8 |
| 1988 | 12 |
| 1989 | 15 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1991 | 13 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1995 | 9 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2022 | 5 |