Everything about the name MILBURN
Meaning, origin, history
The surname Milburn is derived from the Old Norse personal name "Mylberg," which is composed of two elements: "mylr," meaning "protection" or "peace," and "berg," meaning "hill." Thus, the name as a whole translates to "hill of peace" or "protected hill."
Over time, the name evolved and was adapted into its current form, Milburn. Although originally used as a surname, it has since become more commonly recognized as a given name in recent years.
Milburn is not particularly popular today, but it's still considered an attractive and unusual choice for parents looking to give their child a unique name with historical roots. Its meaning of "hill of peace" or "protected hill" adds a touch of symbolism that some may find appealing.
In literature and popular culture, Milburn has appeared in various forms, such as the fictional town of Milbury in Stephen King's novel "Bag of Bones." However, there are no famous individuals with the first name Milburn that would significantly influence its popularity or perception.
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Popularity of the name MILBURN since 1880
Birth evolution
Popularity analysis
The name Milburn has seen a varied number of births in the United States over the years, with some years seeing quite a few and others seeing very few.
Looking at the data from 1884 to 1985, we can see that the highest number of babies named Milburn was born in 1917, with a total of 76 births. This was followed by 70 births in 1916 and 66 births in 1915.
However, after this peak, the number of babies named Milburn started to decrease significantly. By 1924, the number of births had fallen to 53, and it continued to decline until it reached a low of just 5 births in 1971.
The number of Milburn births then fluctuated between 5 and 10 per year from 1972 to 1985, with the exception of 1980 and 1981 which saw only 5 births each year.
Overall, a total of 2,234 babies named Milburn were born in the United States between 1884 and 1985. While the name was quite popular at the beginning of the 20th century, it has since become much less common.