Burnett
Pronunciation: [ b-ern-EHT ]
Burnett is a girl baby name. Ranked #70,050 in the US, popular nicknames include Bur, Buy, and Burie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Burnett first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 91 babies have been named Burnett in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Burnett is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #70,050 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #70,050
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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Burnett is also used as a boy name, ranked #34253.
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About the Name Burnett
Burnett is a girl name .
Is Burnett a boy or girl name? Burnett is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #70,050 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #34,253. Burnett is more commonly used as a boy name.
Burnett is currently ranked #70,050 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Burnett include Bur, Buy, Burie, and Burnie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis