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Burton Pronunciation

Burton is pronounced BUR-tən /ˈbɜr.tən/High

Meaning: From an English place-name/surname — Old English burh, 'fortress/fortified', plus tun, 'town' — 'the fortified town'Medium

In 30 seconds: The fortified town: Burton is the English 'the fortress settlement'. Strong, vintage, and warm.

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MeaningFrom an English place-name/surname — Old English burh, 'fortress/fortified', plus tun, 'town' — 'the fortified town'

U.S. rank (2024)#5076 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births19 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year1925

Total births (all-time)≈ 22,464

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Burton comes from an English place-name and surname — Old English burh, 'fortress, fortified place', plus tun, 'town, settlement' — 'the fortified town'. A strong, vintage, distinguished surname-name (explorer Sir Richard Burton; director Tim Burton); nickname Burt.

It registers thinly today. Rare now, the-fortified-town at the root, and vintage.

Did you know? Burton means 'the fortified town' (Old English burh + tun) — a strong, vintage surname-name (explorer Sir Richard Burton; director Tim Burton); nickname Burt.

Overall data confidence 72%

Behind the Name — Burton — root etymology

Variations

BertonBurt

Nicknames

Burt

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If you like Burton…

Weston— a companion -ton name

Easton— another -ton surname-name

Benton— another English name

Benson— shares the -on ending

Bankston— echoes that soft -on sound

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Burton?

Burton is pronounced BUR-tən (/ˈbɜr.tən/). Press play above to hear Burton said aloud.

How do you say Burton?

Burton is said BUR-tən (/ˈbɜr.tən/). Press play above to hear Burton said aloud.

What does the name Burton mean?

Burton is English for 'the fortified town/settlement'.

Is Burton a boy or girl name?

Burton is a boy's name.

How popular is Burton?

Burton is a rare name in the U.S. today.