The name Buren is of unknown origin and its meaning remains uncertain. It is quite rare, making it distinctive and memorable.
The name Buren experienced significant fluctuations in popularity over the years, with a notable peak during World War I. Between 1914 and 1918, there were consistently high numbers of births, ranging from 19 to 28 annually, before declining sharply post-war. The highest number of births recorded was 30 in 1915. After the war, the name's popularity seemed to stabilize at around 10-20 births per year until the late 1940s, after which it dropped off significantly. Overall, there were a total of 734 babies named Buren over the period from 1893 to 1974.