Burbon
A masculine name of French origin possibly related to the Bourbon dynasty.
Name Census estimates that about 0 living Americans carry the first name Burbon. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Burbon today is around 0 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Burbon births was 1926 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Burbon. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Burbon. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
0
~ - Americans
Peak year
1926
6 babies that year
Average age
-
1926 SSA rank
#3,755
Tracked since 1926
Popularity
Burbon: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Burbon by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Burbon during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1920s | 6 | 0 | 6 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Burbon
The given name Burbon finds its origins in the ancient Germanic language, tracing back to the 5th century AD. It is derived from the Proto-Germanic word "burg," meaning a fortified town or castle, and "bund," signifying a bond or covenant. This combination suggests that the name carries a connotation of loyalty and protective strength.
One of the earliest known references to the name Burbon can be found in the Codex Argenteus, a 6th-century manuscript containing a translation of the Bible into Gothic. Here, the name appears as a variant spelling, "Burgubund," referring to a minor character in the text.
During the Middle Ages, the name gained popularity among the aristocratic classes of Western Europe, particularly in the regions of modern-day France and Germany. It was often associated with noble families who held significant influence over fortified settlements and territories.
In the 11th century, a notable figure bearing the name Burbon was Burbon de Montmorency (1025-1089), a French nobleman and military commander who played a crucial role in the Crusades. His exploits were recorded in several contemporary chronicles, further cementing the name's association with valor and knighthood.
Another historical figure of note was Burbon of Arles (1190-1245), a Provençal troubadour and poet who gained renown for his lyrical compositions. His works were widely circulated throughout medieval Europe, contributing to the cultural significance of the name.
During the Renaissance period, the name Burbon gained further prominence with the rise of the House of Bourbon, a European royal house that ruled over various territories, including France, Spain, and the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies. One of the most famous figures from this dynasty was King Henry IV of France (1553-1610), who ascended to the throne after a lengthy struggle and ushered in a period of stability and prosperity for the country.
In the realm of literature, Burbon Lancelot (1615-1678) was a notable French playwright and poet who authored several acclaimed works, including the tragedy "Médée" and the comedic play "Le Menteur."
Lastly, Burbon de Soissons (1734-1819) was a French military commander who served during the Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars, earning distinction for his leadership and tactical prowess on the battlefield.
People
Burbon + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Burbon as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with B
Other first names starting with B with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Burbon: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Burbon?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 0 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Burbon going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about - US residents.
Is Burbon a common name?
We classify Burbon as "Very Rare". It ranks above 2.9% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 6 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Burbon most popular?
The single biggest year for Burbon was 1926, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Burbon is about 0 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Burbon in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Burbon a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Burbon in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Burbon still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Burbon in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Burbon can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have Burbon as a first name?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.