Burnice Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Burnice is a name of Greek origin, meaning 'bringer of victory.' It evolved from the historical name Berenice and has seen usage in various forms. The name is associated with traits of strength and triumph, and it has no direct biblical relevance. It became popular in the early 20th century and is now viewed as a vintage name.
The name Burnice is most popular in North Carolina, 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. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Burnice has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Burnice' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1191st out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1475th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2143rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4508th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16616th out of 16616 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1052nd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1428th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4318th out of 12526 names. Discover how the name 'Burnice' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Burnice"
Pronunciation
/bɜːrˈniːs/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Burnice is derived from the Greek name Berenice, which means 'bringer of victory.' It was popularized in the Hellenistic period and has roots in the ancient Greek word 'phero,' meaning 'to bring.'
Meaning
bringer of victory
Language Evolution
Berenice, Burnice
Historical Usage
Burnice gained popularity in the early 20th century, especially in the United States, influenced by its association with the historical figure Berenice of Egypt.
Variants & Derivatives
Berenice, Bernice, Berni
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Burnice is considered a vintage name that evokes a sense of nostalgia and classic charm, though it is not very common in contemporary usage.
Famous People
Burnice McGowan, an American civil rights activist, Burnice F. McGowan, an American author
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Burnice"
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 "Burnice"
"Burnice" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1191st of 7545 | 571 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1475th of 6773 | 400 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2143rd of 7552 | 273 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4508th of 10718 | 84 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 16616th of 16616 | 5 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1052nd of 9107 | 872 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1428th of 9204 | 532 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4318th of 12526 | 157 |
Regional Popularity of "Burnice" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
36.48% 863rd/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
49.94% 1175th/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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51.28% 1463rd/2853 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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Regional Popularity of "Burnice" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
95.13% 1347th/1416 |
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38.59% 913th/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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45.01% 1059th/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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100.00% 2853rd/2853 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Burnice"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Burnice" 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.