Lilburn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Lilburn is an Old English name meaning 'little stream.' It has evolved through various forms over the centuries, reflecting a connection to natural features. The name carries a quaint and rustic charm, with no biblical references. It gained popularity as a surname before being adopted as a given name.
The name Lilburn is most popular in Kentucky, 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, Lilburn has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Lilburn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1545th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1975th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3943rd out of 7552 names. Discover how the name 'Lilburn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lilburn"
Pronunciation
/ˈlɪl.bɜrn/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Lilburn is derived from Old English elements 'lille' meaning 'little' and 'burna' meaning 'stream' or 'brook', indicating a small stream or brook.
Meaning
little stream
Language Evolution
Lilleburn, Lilburne, Lilburn
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in England during the medieval period and became established as a surname before transitioning into use as a given name.
Variants & Derivatives
Lilburne, Lilbern, Lil
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Lilburn is viewed as a unique and somewhat old-fashioned name, often appreciated for its rural and natural connotations.
Famous People
Lilburne, John - A notable English politician and soldier during the English Civil War.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lilburn"
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 "Lilburn"
"Lilburn" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1545th of 7545 | 369 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1975th of 6773 | 253 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3943rd of 7552 | 73 |
Regional Popularity of "Lilburn" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
61.65% 873rd/1416 |
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51.14% 1210th/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
73.67% 1139th/1546 |
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68.25% 1606th/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 "Lilburn" 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 "Lilburn"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lilburn" 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.