Milburn
Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
2,234 Total Births
145 Years of Data
1918 Peak Popularity Year
79 Peak Births

Milburn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

The name Milburn has its origins in Old English, meaning 'mill by the stream'. It evolved through various forms including Mylenburna and Milbourne before settling on Milburn. The name evokes traits of pastoral life and has no biblical relevance. It saw increased usage as a surname before becoming a given name in the 19th century.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Milburn"

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Pronunciation

/ˈmɪl.bɜrn/

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Origin

Old English

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Etymology

The name Milburn is derived from the Old English elements 'mylen' meaning 'mill' and 'burna' meaning 'stream' or 'brook'. Thus, it can be interpreted as 'mill by the stream'.

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Meaning

mill by the stream

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Language Evolution

Mylenburna, Milbourne, Milburn

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Historical Usage

Milburn gained popularity as a surname and later became adopted as a given name, particularly in English-speaking regions during the 19th century.

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Variants & Derivatives

Milbourne, Millburn, Miliburn

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Modern Popularity & Image

Milburn is viewed as a traditional and somewhat unique name, often associated with rural or pastoral imagery due to its meaning.

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Famous People

Milburn Stone, an American actor known for his role in 'Gunsmoke'., Milburn Drysdale, a fictional character from 'The Beverly Hillbillies'.

📊 Milburn Name Trend Analysis

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Boy Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable

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✨ Milburn Name Meaning & Significance

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Popularity Trend

Less Common name with 79 peak births in 1918

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Geographic Spread

Popular across 12 US states, with strongest presence in Arkansas

Historical Span

Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends

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Generational Impact

Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity

🔊 Same Pronunciation Names for "Milburn" - Complete Guide (2 Names)

Discover the ultimate list of homophone names and same pronunciation names that sound identical to "Milburn". These names share the same pronunciation but may have different spellings, offering alternative options for parents seeking similar-sounding names. Whether you're looking for American or British pronunciation variations, this comprehensive guide includes 2 carefully curated names that maintain the same phonetic sound.

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Milburn"

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 "Milburn"

"Milburn" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Boy 835th of 7545 1,050
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Boy 1110th of 6773 672
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 1850th of 7552 345
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 3976th of 10718 108
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 14347th of 16616 10

Regional Popularity of "Milburn" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
48.31%
684th/1416
- 27.35%
647th/2366
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
73.67%
1139th/1546
- 38.89%
915th/2353
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - 61.62%
1758th/2853
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Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - - -
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - - -
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - - -
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
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Regional Popularity of "Milburn" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
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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 "Milburn"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Milburn" 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.

Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Milburn" in the United States

The name Milburn is most popular in Arkansas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South 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, Milburn has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Milburn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 835th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1110th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1850th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3976th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 14347th out of 16616 names. Discover how the name 'Milburn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

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