Female and male first names beginning with the letter “B”..
BURKE
FemaleIrish surname and given name derived from "macadh," meaning "son of." As a given name, it offers a unique yet robust option with strong historical ties to Ireland's powerful Burke family.
BURKE
MaleIrish surname derived from the Old English word 'burh', meaning 'fort'. It was originally given to people living near fortified towns or castles, and is now associated with strength and fortitude.
BURKLEE
FemaleUncommon American name, created by combining Irish 'Burke' meaning "strength" or "shine", with Korean 'Lee', meaning "elegance".
BURKLEIGH
FemaleRare Scottish given name derived from the surnames Burkill or Burchell, meaning "fortified hill" or "hill settlement". It was first recorded in the late 19th century and today remains distinctive with fewer than ten occurrences in the United States.
BURKLEY
FemaleAmerican given name derived from the German Burkhardt, meaning "stronghold" or "fort" combined with "hard," signifying strength or bravery. It's rare yet distinct, used mainly in English-speaking countries.
BURKLEY
MaleUncommon English given name derived from Old English 'burh', meaning 'fort', with the suffix '-ley' suggesting a connection to a fortified place.
BURL
MaleUnique English name derived from the Old English word 'burh', meaning 'fortress' or 'stronghold'. It has historically been associated with strength, resilience, and fortitude.
BURL
FemaleUncommon yet powerful English given name derived from the Old English word "burh," meaning "fortress" or "stronghold." It originally served as a surname but has evolved into a first name with a rich Anglo-Saxon history, symbolizing strength and protection.
BURLA
FemaleItalian name derived from 'burla', meaning 'jest' or 'joke', reflecting a playful and humorous origin.
BURLE
MaleRare, unisex French given name derived from the Occitan word "burla," meaning "mockery" or "jest." Despite this, Burle historically conveyed positivity, often associated with joyous celebrations like Carnival.
BURLEEN
FemaleArabic-derived name meaning 'lightning', offering a powerful and dynamic presence despite its rarity.
BURLEIGH
MaleUncommon English male given name derived from "burh-leah," meaning "fortified town clearing.
BURLEN
MaleUncommon English male given name derived from the Old English 'burh', meaning 'stronghold' or 'fortress'.
BURLENE
FemaleUncommon English female given name with Old English origins, derived from "burh", meaning "fortress" or "stronghold". It was created during the Victorian era by combining elements of existing names. Despite its rarity, Burlene's distinctive sound and historic meaning may appeal to those seeking unique names.
BURLEY
FemaleRare English name with a distinctively strong historical origin, derived from the Old English 'burh', meaning 'fort' or 'stronghold'.
BURLEY
MaleOld English male name derived from 'burh-lic', meaning 'of or belonging to the fort'.
BURLIE
MaleRare, Scottish male name derived from the occupational surname Burley, meaning "fur or leather worker," and also associated with the Scottish place name Burleigh, signifying "fortified hill.
BURLIE
FemaleUncommon male given name of American origin, with unclear roots and meaning. It may be a variant of the English surname Burley, derived from "burh," meaning "fortress" or "stronghold." Alternatively, it could be a coined name created by parents seeking uniqueness. Regardless, Burlie remains exceedingly rare today.
BURLIN
MaleUncommon English name with Old English roots, derived from "burh" meaning fort and "lin" meaning linen or flax. It was historically given near fortifications or in areas related to linen trade.
BURLINE
FemaleDistinctive French name meaning 'joke' or 'jest', first used as a given name during the Middle Ages.
BURLON
MaleRare French given name derived from 'burel', an old coarse woolen cloth, reflecting its historical ties to textile craftsmanship.
BURLYN
MaleEnigmatic name of unknown origin, used sparingly throughout history, allowing bearers to craft its personal significance.
BURMA
FemaleDistinctive name of Burmese origin meaning 'the Union of Myanmar', gaining traction beyond its geographical roots.
BURMAH
FemaleExotic name from Southeast Asia with no specific meaning but evokes Myanmar's rich culture and history.
BURMAN
MaleUncommon boy's name of unknown origin and meaning, adding to its mystique.
BURNA
FemaleWest African Yoruba name meaning "fire" or "heat," symbolizing strength, endurance, and the power of the sun.
BURNACE
MaleUncommon, distinctive given name with unknown origins and no widely accepted meaning.
BURNADETTE
FemaleBernadette is a rare female given name of French origin that means "noble and brave".
BURNADINE
FemaleAmerican origin given name with no specific historical figure attached. It was likely created by combining 'burn' and 'adine', possibly inspired by names like Bernadette or Burnside, but its exact origin remains unclear.
BURNAM
MaleUncommon American given name derived from the English surname Burnham, which originates either from a Buckinghamshire village or an occupational term related to fire.
BURNARD
MaleRare French given name whose origin and meaning remain uncertain, though it may be connected to the Old French word for 'flame' or 'fire'.
BURNEICE
FemaleRare American name coined by author L. Ron Hubbard for his daughter in 1954.
BURNELL
FemaleUncommon English given name derived from 'burn' (stream) and '-ell' (small), translating to 'little stream'.
BURNELL
MaleEnglish name originally derived from the Anglo-Norman family de Burneville, meaning 'at the farmstead by the stream', and popularized by its use as a character in D.H. Lawrence's novel 'The Rainbow'.
BURNELLE
FemaleUnique French given name derived from the surname Bernelle, which originates from the Old German personal names Berinhard or Bernhard, meaning 'bright' or 'famous' and 'strong' or 'hardy', respectively.
BURNES
FemaleRare yet captivating given name of Scottish origin, derived from the Gaelic word "burn" meaning "stream" or "brook," and originally bestowed upon individuals connected to water or with an energetic nature.
BURNES
MaleUnique Scottish given name derived from the Gaelic word "brun," meaning brown, likely referencing someone with brown hair or complexion. While more commonly found as a surname, Burnes has been used as a distinctive given name with Scottish heritage but no specific symbolic meaning.
BURNESE
FemaleBurmese is an exotic and unique name from Southeast Asia, with meanings including "from Burma" or "shining," and is believed to have been used historically among the Bamar people in Myanmar.
BURNESS
MaleUnique Scottish name derived from Gaelic 'burn', meaning stream, popular as both surname and given name since the 13th century.
BURNEST
MaleRare, unique American given name without a defined origin or meaning, potentially inspired by 'burn' and 'best', but not historically significant.