Burton
Burton: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /หbษห.tษn/ ยท /หbษ.tษn/
Meaning and origin of Burton
- A male given name.
Etymology
Usually from Old English burhtun (fortified farmstead, farmstead near or belonging to a stronghold or manor), from burh + tun.
How popular is Burton?
Since 1880, 48 girls and 22,486 boys in the U.S. have been named Burton (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3616 in 1932. Its highest rank for boys was #222 in 1925. In 2025, 23 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Sibling name ideas for Burton
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Burton FAQ
What does the name Burton mean?
A male given name. Usually from Old English burhtun (fortified farmstead, farmstead near or belonging to a stronghold or manor), from burh + tun.
How popular is the name Burton?
Since 1880, 48 girls and 22,486 boys in the U.S. have been named Burton (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3616 in 1932. Its highest rank for boys was #222 in 1925. In 2025, 23 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Burton a boy or girl name?
Burton is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 48 girls and 22,486 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880โ2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.