Burns
Pronunciation: [ b-ERNZ ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Burns first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 110 babies have been named Burns in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Burns is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #19,828 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #19,828
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Burns
Burns is a boy name .
Burns is currently ranked #19,828 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Burns include Bur, Buy, Buie, and Burkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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