Buren Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Buren originates from the Dutch language, meaning 'neighbors.' It has evolved from early forms in the Dutch language to its modern usage. The name is associated with community and neighborliness. There is no biblical relevance connected to this name. Buren became popular in the 17th century and is viewed positively today, often linked to Dutch culture.
The name Buren is most popular in Alabama, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Buren has been stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Buren' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1517th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2040th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3618th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8639th out of 10718 names. Discover how the name 'Buren' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Buren"
Pronunciation
/ˈbʊrən/
Origin
Dutch
Etymology
The name Buren is derived from the Dutch word 'buren,' which means 'neighbors' or 'people who live nearby.' It is often associated with communities or towns in the Netherlands.
Meaning
neighbors
Language Evolution
Burens (Early Dutch), Buren (Modern Dutch)
Historical Usage
The name Buren gained popularity in the 17th century in the Netherlands, primarily as a surname and later as a given name in various cultures influenced by Dutch settlers.
Variants & Derivatives
Buren, Burenne
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Buren is seen as a unique and culturally rich name, often associated with Dutch heritage and community.
Famous People
Buren van der Meer (Dutch politician), Buren Lee (American artist)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Buren"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Buren"
"Buren" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1517th of 7545 | 379 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2040th of 6773 | 239 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3618th of 7552 | 93 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 8639th of 10718 | 13 |
Regional Popularity of "Buren" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
61.45% 1454th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
73.40% 1727th/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Buren" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Buren"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Buren" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.