Boy · 278th of 16,616
Byron
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
82,309
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1964
Peak Popularity Year
1,289
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Byron stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Byron is an Old English name meaning 'cowshed' or 'barn'. It evolved from the Old English 'Byrig' through Middle English to its current form. The name is associated with traits of literary elegance and romanticism, notably due to Lord Byron's influence in the 19th century. There is no biblical relevance to the name.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈbaɪ.rən/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Byron is derived from the Old English term 'byre', meaning 'cowshed' or 'barn', combined with a suffix indicating a place or location, suggesting a geographical origin.
Meaning
cowshed, barn
Language Evolution
Old English: Byrig, Middle English: Byrone, Modern English: Byron
Historical Usage
Byron gained popularity in the early 19th century, largely due to the influence of the poet Lord Byron, who became a cultural icon.
Variants & Derivatives
Byronne, Byr, Bry
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Byron is viewed as a classic and slightly aristocratic name, often associated with literary elegance and romanticism.
Famous People
Lord Byron (George Gordon Byron), British poet, Byron Nelson, American professional golfer, Byron White, U.S. Supreme Court Justice
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 1,289 peak births in 1964
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Louisiana
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 12 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics
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
Full popularity table across American generations 12 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 236th of 7545 | 8,512 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 242nd of 6773 | 9,295 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 223rd of 7552 | 19,865 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 227th of 10718 | 16,383 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 278th of 16616 | 13,944 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 476th of 24088 | 8,613 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 715th of 23106 | 4,288 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 7365th of 9107 | 14 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 6072nd of 9204 | 30 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 7580th of 12526 | 40 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5736th of 19264 | 138 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 10927th of 27321 | 81 |