How popular is the name Burgess in 2025?

Burgess is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Burgess most popular?

Burgess peaked in 1890, reaching #884 among US boy names.

Burgess will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Burgess entered the US charts in 1884, peaked at #884 in 1890, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#884

peak (1890)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 400 people named Burgess are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Burgess alive today was born around 1938, making them about 87 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Burgess in 2025?: Burgess is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Burgess most popular?: Burgess peaked in 1890, reaching #884 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Burgess with classmates?: Burgess will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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