Burrus
Pronunciation: [ b-OOR-uhs ]
Burrus is a boy baby name. Ranked #38,728 in the US, popular nicknames include Bur, Buy, and Burie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #38,728
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Burrus
Burrus is a boy name .
Burrus is currently ranked #38,728 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Burrus include Bur, Buy, Burie, and Burrie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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