How Many People Are Named Byrl?

Complete statistics for the name Byrl: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Byrl
Very Rare
English

Byrl is a very rare name, barely making a blip on the radar. Only 87 people in the U.S. today, and 1 in 3,800,224 Americans carry it. Most are over 60, making it a true classic from another era.

~87
Living in US
1 in 3,800,224
Americans
1920
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Possibly derived from 'beryl,' a precious gemstone.
🌐
Origin
English
💎
Lucky Stone
Beryl
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 3
Personality Traits
Independent Creative Strong-willed
3
Life Path Number

The life path number 3 is traditionally linked to creativity, self-expression, and social charm. People associated with this number tend to be communicative, optimistic, and drawn to artistic or expressive pursuits.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

585
Worldwide Bearers
#345,974
Global Rank
🇺🇸 United States
561
🇬🇾 Guyana
8
🇵🇭 Philippines
8
🇧🇸 Bahamas
2
🇬🇧 England
2
🇦🇺 Australia
1
🇧🇷 Brazil
1
🇨🇦 Canada
1
🇲🇽 Mexico
1

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
85 (98%)
♀ Female
2 (2%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 96
0
Would be under 30 (0%)
0
Would be 30–60 (0%)
586
Would be over 60 (100%)

All 586 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: 1920

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
82
Classic Feel
80
Modern Appeal
20
International
77

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Byrl Through the Generations

Byrl has a storied history, with a peak in 1920 when 30 babies were named it. Today, only 87 people in the U.S. still bear this name, which is quite a drop from its heyday. The fact that nearly 100% of those named Byrl are over 60 speaks volumes about its vintage appeal. It's fascinating how such a small name pool has remained stable over time, with no significant increase in recent years. This makes Byrl a unique and enduring choice, firmly rooted in the past.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Illinois 11

✨ Similar Names to Byrl

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Byrl's English roots

📄 About the Name Byrl

How Many People Have the Name Byrl?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 87 people in the United States currently share the name Byrl. That works out to roughly 1 in every 3,800,224 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Byrl a Common or Rare Name?

Byrl is classified as Very 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.

What Does the Name Byrl Mean?

Byrl means "Possibly derived from 'beryl,' a precious gemstone." and comes from English origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 3.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Byrl in SSA data, approximately 98% are male and 2% are female.

When Was Byrl Most Popular?

The name Byrl reached peak popularity in 1920, with 30 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

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 Byrl?

Approximately 87 people named Byrl live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 586. That works out to roughly 1 in 3,800,224 Americans.

Is Byrl a rare name?

Byrl is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 3,800,224 Americans has this name.

What does the name Byrl mean?

Byrl means "Possibly derived from 'beryl,' a precious gemstone." and comes from English origins.

Is Byrl more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 98% of people named Byrl are male and 2% are female.

When was Byrl most popular?

Byrl peaked in 1920 with 30 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

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.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US87
All-Time Births586
1 in X1 in 3,800,224
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age96
Peak Year1920
World Rank#345,974
Male %98%
Female %2%

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Data Source

Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.