Burns

Q: How popular is the name Burns?

Burns is ranked #19828 in popularity for boy names.

Pronunciation: [ b-ERNZ ]

Boy Name #19,828 Most Popular Hidden Gem 5 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Burns is a boy name, recorded for 6 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced b-ERNZ.

Parents who love the name Burns often also consider Erasmus, Harlie, Ottie .

Popularity Over Time

#19,828

Current Rank

Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

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Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #19,828
Total SSA Count: 6

Nicknames

Bur Buy Burie

Middle Name Ideas

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Burns Asher

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Burns Aiden

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Burns Dylan

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Frequently Asked Questions About Burns

Is Burns a boy or girl name?

Burns is primarily used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Burns?

Burns is pronounced b-ERNZ.

How popular is the name Burns?

Burns is currently ranked #19828 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Burns?

Common nicknames for Burns include Bur, Buy, and Burie.

Is Burns a common or rare name?

Burns is an uncommon name, ranked #19828 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

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, and Burie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.