Burleigh
boy nameBurleigh entered the US charts in 1892, peaked at #956 in 1892, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1892–2025
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rank today
#956
peak (1892)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #1004 |
| 1910s | #2690 |
| 1920s | #2661 |
| 1930s | #2213 |
| 1940s | #2704 |
| 1950s | #3162 |
| 1960s | #3428 |
| 1970s | #4907 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Burleigh are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Burleigh alive today was born around 1932, making them about 93 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Burleigh in 2025?
- Burleigh is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Burleigh most popular?
- Burleigh peaked in 1892, reaching #956 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Burleigh with classmates?
- Burleigh will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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