How Many People Are Named Burt?
Complete statistics for the name Burt: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Burt, a very rare male name, stands out with only 1 in 108,002 Americans bearing it today. That's just 3,056 people in the US, making it quite unique. Interestingly, it's been on the rise since its peak in 1956.
📖 Meaning & Origin
People with the name Burt often resonate with the life-path number 7, symbolizing spiritual insight and introspection.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 81All 6,513 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 1956Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Burt Through the Generations
Burt has seen a steady presence throughout the decades, though its popularity peaked in 1956 with 152 births. Today, the name's bearers are predominantly older, with 79% being over 60 years old. This age skew reflects its status as an old-school name, with many younger individuals embracing it again, contributing to its rising trend.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Burt's English roots
📄 About the Name Burt
How Many People Have the Name Burt?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 25,595 people in the United States currently share the name Burt. That works out to roughly 1 in every 12,950 Americans, placing it in the Rare category.
Is Burt a Common or Rare Name?
Burt is classified as Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Burt in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Burt Most Popular?
The name Burt reached peak popularity in 1956, with 152 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Burt?
Approximately 25,595 people named Burt live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 25,595. That works out to roughly 1 in 12,950 Americans.
Is Burt a rare name?
Burt is classified as Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 12,950 Americans has this name.
What does the name Burt mean?
The meaning and origin of Burt are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.
Is Burt more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Burt are male and 0% are female.
When was Burt most popular?
Burt peaked in 1956 with 152 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.