Burnes
boy nameBurnes entered the US charts in 1916, peaked at #3113 in 1939, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1916–2025
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rank today
#3113
peak (1939)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3611 |
| 1920s | #4028 |
| 1930s | #3113 |
| 1940s | #3459 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Burnes are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Burnes alive today was born around 1921, making them about 104 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Burnes in 2025?
- Burnes is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Burnes most popular?
- Burnes peaked in 1939, reaching #3113 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Burnes with classmates?
- Burnes will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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