How popular is the name Burl in 2025?

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

When was the name Burl most popular?

Burl peaked in 1887, reaching #377 among US boy names.

Burl will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Burl entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #377 in 1887, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#377

peak (1887)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 2,200 people named Burl are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Burl alive today was born around 1932, making them about 93 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Burl in 2025?: Burl is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Burl most popular?: Burl peaked in 1887, reaching #377 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Burl with classmates?: Burl will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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