Burton vs Clifton

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Burton

Boy #5,080 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"from the borough farm"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #1,756 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"cliff settlement"

Origin: Old English

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Burton Rank #5,080

Clifton Rank #1,756

Clifton is more popular, ranked #1756 vs #5080 for Burton.

Is Burton or Clifton more popular?

Clifton is more popular, ranked #1756 compared to Burton at #5080 in the United States.

What do Burton and Clifton mean?

Burton means "from the borough farm" (Old English origin). Clifton means "cliff settlement" (Old English origin).

Are Burton and Clifton boy or girl names?

Burton is primarily a boy name. Clifton is primarily a boy name.