| Meaning | fortified settlement |
| Origin | English |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 6 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Bur-ton |
About Burton
The name Burton, with its English origins, carries a strong and historic charm. Rooted in Old English, it evokes imagery of fortified towns and steadfast resilience. Meaning "fortified town" or "fortified farm," Burton brings with it a sense of solidity and endurance. This name's unique blend of traditional elegance and sturdy simplicity makes it a distinctive choice for parents seeking a name with character.
With variations like Berton and Bertin, Burton offers flexibility while retaining its classic essence. Common nicknames such as Bert and Burt add a friendly familiarity to the name. Throughout history, notable individuals like physicist Burton Richter and musician Burton Cummings have adorned the name with their accomplishments.
In fiction, characters like Burton Guster from "Psych" and Burton Hummel from "Glee" have brought the name to life. Choosing the name Burton for your baby boy bestows upon him a name that encapsulates strength, history, and a touch of literary and cultural resonance.
Variations of Name Burton
| Burt |
| Bartholomew |
| Bertram |
| Burten |
| Barton |
| Barrett |
Nicknames for Burton
| Burt |
| Burty |
| B.J. |
| Ton |
| Bertie |
Famous People Named Burton
| Burton Richter | American physicist and Nobel laureate |
| Burton Cummings | Canadian musician and former lead singer of The Guess Who |
| Burton Lane | American composer and songwriter |
| Burton Silverman | American painter |
| Burton Malkiel | American economist and author of "A Random Walk Down Wall Street" |
| Burton Agnes | British musician and member of the band Felt |
| Burton C. Bell | American musician and lead vocalist of Fear Factory |
| Burton Richardson | American television personality and announcer |
| Burton L. Mack | American scholar and writer in the field of religion |
| Burton Watson | American scholar and translator of Chinese and Japanese literature |
Characters Named Burton
| Burton Guster | "Gus" - Character from the TV show "Psych" |
| Burton Mercer | Character from the movie "The Blues Brothers" |
| Burton "Burt" Hummel | Character from the TV show "Glee" |
| Burton Christenson | Character from the novel "Christine" by Stephen King |
| Burton Jernigan | Character from the TV show "Friday Night Lights" |
| Burton "Burt" Chance | Character from the TV show "Raising Hope" |
| Burton Fallin | Character from the TV show "The Guardian" |
| Burton Schuyler | Character from the movie "The Last Days of Disco" |
| Burton Steckler | Character from the TV show "Six Feet Under" |
| Burton "Burt" Stanton | Character from the movie "She's All That" |