The baby name Burl is a Male name , 1 syllables long and is pronounced /bɝl/ (US), /bɜːl/ (UK).
Burl is English in Origin.
The baby name Burl is a Male name , 1 syllables long and is pronounced /bɝl/ (US), /bɜːl/ (UK).
Burl is English in Origin.
Burl is an English given name of both surname and word origin. It comes from Middle English burle, via Anglo-Norman burle, meaning a knot or knob in cloth, later applied to the rounded growths found in trees - the richly grained “burl” prized by woodworkers. As a personal name, it carries connotations of toughness, rarity, and distinctive beauty, suggesting character formed under pressure and valued for its unique pattern.
Used in the United States from the late 19th century, Burl peaked in the early to mid‑20th century and now feels vintage, evoking rustic Americana. Folk singer and actor Burl Ives is its best‑known bearer. Less common variants and related forms include Burle, Burlie, Burlon, Burley, and the surname Burrell; diminutives are uncommon. The name is predominantly masculine, with very rare unisex use.
Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.
| Country | Gender | Year | Rank | Born | of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PS | Boys | 0 | #561 | 1 | 10,655 |
| United States | Boys | 2024 | #887 | 6 | 7,044 |
| PE | Boys | 0 | #926 | 1 | 14,506 |
| MX | Boys | 0 | #1,033 | 1 | 16,355 |
| DZ | 0 | #1,234 | 1 | 20,130 | |
| ZA | Boys | 0 | #1,271 | 2 | 25,619 |
Burl is popular in 6 countries — most recent births per country:
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