Burton
Burton is an English surname that originally referred to someone from a fortified settlement. It carries a strong, grounded connotation, often associated with strength and stability. People with the name Burton may be seen as reliable and creative, often thriving in artistic or leadership roles.
Key Stats
| Total births | 22,534 |
| Gender | Male (70% / 30%) |
| Peak year | 1925 |
| Peak generation | G.I. Gen |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 2021 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | English |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
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Notable People
Richard Burton (Actor, *Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?*) · Tim Burton (Filmmaker, known for *The Nightmare Before Christmas*) · Burton Cummings (Musician, lead singer of The Guess Who) · James Burton (Guitarist, known for his work with Elvis Presley) · Burton Gilliam (Actor, known for *Blazing Saddles*)
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