Buckner Name Meaning, Popularity and Origins
Origin:
English
Gender Distribution:
100% Masculine / 0% Feminine
Meaning:
Buckner means 'he-goat corner' and can be a surname or given name.
Meaning of the Name Buckner
Buckner is a surname of English origin derived from the Old English words 'bucca', meaning 'he-goat', and 'hyrne', meaning 'corner'. It is believed to have originated as a nickname for someone who lived near a corner or bend in a road. It was later adopted as a surname and has been passed down through generations. Buckner can also be a given name.
Popularity of the Name Buckner
The popularity for the name Buckner peaked in popularity in the year 1922 with 5 births, which ranked number 9,316 out of 9,658 unique names for that year. Buckner had the most male births in 1922 with 5, which ranked number 4,307 out of 4,967 male names.
Nationwide Popularity of Buckner
Popularity of Buckner by State
We have no state ranking data available for the name Buckner. This means no states recorded more than 5 births for Buckner in the most recent calendar year. If you are looking for a rare or unique name, Buckner is a great pick!
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