How popular is the name Burnell in 2025?

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

When was the name Burnell most popular?

Burnell peaked in 1920, reaching #816 among US boy names.

Burnell will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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Burnell entered the US charts in 1906, peaked at #816 in 1920, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#816

peak (1920)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 1,100 people named Burnell are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Burnell alive today was born around 1941, making them about 84 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Burnell in 2025?: Burnell is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Burnell most popular?: Burnell peaked in 1920, reaching #816 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Burnell with classmates?: Burnell will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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