Burr

Boy name

Burr has been given to 803 babies in the U.S. since 1880. It peaked in 1916.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

803

Peak year

1916 (23 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1880

10-year trend

New / returning

Gender split

All boys

Spellings & variants

Names one letter away from Burr — alternate spellings parents actually use.

Burlboy

7,200 babies since 1880

Burtboy

6,555 babies since 1880

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FAQ

How popular is the name Burr?

Burr has been given to 803 babies in the U.S. since 1880. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Burr peak?

Burr peaked in 1916, when 23 babies were given the name.

Is Burr a girl or boy name?

Burr is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Burr are boys).

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