Rayburn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Rayburn is an Old English name meaning 'wise stream', derived from 'raegen' and 'byrn'. It has evolved through various historical forms and gained popularity in the 19th century. The name is associated with traits of wisdom and strength, but has no biblical relevance.
The name Rayburn is most popular in Alabama, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Silent 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, Rayburn 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, 'Rayburn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1194th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 870th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1366th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2276th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5888th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 13773rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 16116th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Rayburn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Rayburn"
Pronunciation
/ˈreɪbərn/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Rayburn is derived from the Old English elements 'raegen', meaning 'counsel', and 'byrn', meaning 'a stream' or 'a brook'. This suggests a meaning related to a stream of counsel or a wise brook.
Meaning
wise stream
Language Evolution
Raegenburn, Rayburne, Raybern
Historical Usage
The name Rayburn gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in England and among English-speaking populations. It has been used as both a surname and a given name.
Variants & Derivatives
Ray, Rayb, Rae
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Rayburn is perceived as a traditional and somewhat unique name. It carries a sense of strength and wisdom, making it appealing to many parents today.
Famous People
Rayburn Johnson, an American politician, Rayburn Smith, a notable artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Rayburn"
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 "Rayburn"
"Rayburn" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1194th of 7545 | 567 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 870th of 6773 | 981 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1366th of 7552 | 613 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2276th of 10718 | 280 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5888th of 16616 | 109 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 13773rd of 24088 | 40 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 16116th of 23106 | 22 |
Regional Popularity of "Rayburn" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
70.55% 999th/1416 |
- |
33.52% 793rd/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
73.67% 1139th/1546 |
- |
25.54% 601st/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
35.23% 1005th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
64.38% 2265th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Rayburn" 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 "Rayburn"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Rayburn" 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.