Burnell
girl nameBurnell entered the US charts in 1912, peaked at #1555 in 1929, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1912–2025
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rank today
#1555
peak (1929)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2698 |
| 1920s | #2292 |
| 1930s | #2268 |
| 1940s | #3172 |
| 1950s | #4211 |
| 1960s | #6389 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Burnell are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Burnell 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 Burnell in 2025?
- Burnell is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Burnell most popular?
- Burnell peaked in 1929, reaching #1555 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Burnell with classmates?
- Burnell will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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