Burt Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Burt has its origins in Old English, derived from 'Burhthred', meaning 'bright' or 'shining'. It has evolved through various forms over time and signifies strength and brightness. The name does not have significant biblical relevance and gained popularity in the 19th century. Today, it is viewed as a classic name, associated with notable figures in the entertainment industry.
The name Burt is most popular in Hawaii, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Silent Generation generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Burt has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Burt' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 748th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 739th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 696th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 959th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3281st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 14865th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 21740th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Burt' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Burt"
Pronunciation
/bɜrt/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Burt is derived from the Old English name 'Burhthred', which means 'bright' or 'shining' and is a combination of the elements 'burh', meaning 'fortress' or 'stronghold', and 'þræd', meaning 'thread' or 'to weave'.
Meaning
bright, shining, stronghold
Language Evolution
Burhthred, Burt, Burtus
Historical Usage
The name Burt gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, often as a diminutive of Bertram or as a standalone name.
Variants & Derivatives
Bert, Bertram, Burtis
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Burt is seen as a traditional and somewhat vintage name, often associated with warmth and reliability.
Famous People
Burt Reynolds, Burt Lancaster, Burt Bacharach
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Burt"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Burt"
"Burt" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 748th of 7545 | 1,214 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 739th of 6773 | 1,305 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 696th of 7552 | 2,113 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 959th of 10718 | 1,141 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3281st of 16616 | 270 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 14865th of 24088 | 32 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 21740th of 23106 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Burt" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
50.35% 713th/1416 |
41.91% 578th/1379 |
53.04% 1255th/2366 |
62.70% 716th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
39.78% 615th/1546 |
30.27% 471st/1556 |
58.10% 1367th/2353 |
40.21% 622nd/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
29.77% 663rd/2227 |
23.87% 580th/2430 |
35.68% 1018th/2853 |
21.26% 590th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
35.14% 1032nd/2937 |
30.58% 1065th/3483 |
33.46% 1177th/3518 |
24.48% 990th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
61.30% 2259th/3685 |
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58.14% 3673rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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Regional Popularity of "Burt" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Burt"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Burt" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.