Burley Name Meaning, Popularity and Origins
Origin:
English
Gender Distribution:
98% Masculine / 2% Feminine
Meaning:
Meaning 'meadow with knotted grass', Burley is an English name with a strong and rustic feel.
Meaning of the Name Burley
Burley is an English name that originated from a surname meaning 'meadow with knotted grass'. It is derived from the Old English words 'burh', meaning 'fortress or stronghold', and 'leah', meaning 'clearing or meadow'. The name is associated with an area of grassland, specifically one that is rough and tangled. Burley is a unique and nature-inspired name with a strong and rustic feel.
Popularity of the Name Burley
The popularity for the name Burley peaked in popularity in the year 1921 with 58 births, which ranked number 1,888 out of 9,727 unique names for that year. Burley had the most female births in 1925 with 8, which ranked number 3,664 out of 5,771 female names for that year, and had the most male births in 1921 with 58, which ranked number 920 out of 4,985 male names for that year.
Nationwide Popularity of Burley
Popularity of Burley by State
We have no state ranking data available for the name Burley. This means no states recorded more than 5 births for Burley in the most recent calendar year. If you are looking for a rare or unique name, Burley is a great pick!
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