Burton

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Origin: Old English · English

Meaning

“settlement near the fortified place”

Cultural Notes

An English place-name turned surname turned given name; common in the Victorian era.

Popularity

Rarity: rare
Peak decade: 1920s
Community likes: 0

Famous People Named Burton

  • Richard Burton, Tim Burton

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