Byron name meaning

✍  Updated on: March 11th, 2023
Gender: Unisex, both Boy and Girl
Origin: Old English and Celtic
Usage: Bengali, English, Finnish, Swedish, Danish and Norwegian
Pronunciation: pronunciation of Byron b(y)-ron
Meaning: Place Name, At the Cow Sheds, Cottage and Similar to a Surname
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What does Byron mean?

Long standing and Renowned Byron is used chiefly in Swedish, English, Finnish, Bengali, Norwegian and Danish is originated from Celtic and Old English, Byron means "Place Name, Keeper of the Cattle, Cottage or Similar to a Surname" is bestowed upon both genders.

Byron is English equivalent of A Surname Byron/Byrom Meaning Dweller At the Cowsheds.

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How Byron is perceived as a baby name?

Byron has become a popular baby boy name, likely due to its historic British roots which suggest strength and bravery. Its origin meaning of 'At the byres; place by the cowsheds' implies resiliency and hard work.

This is a perfect name for any child that is sure to be strong minded and independent. The name also lends itself well to many nicknames such as Bry or Byno, making it a versatile choice for parents.

All in all, Byron is an enduring name that conjures images of honour, courage and strength - traits anyone would want their child to have.

How do I pronounce Byron?

Two syllabled Byron is pronounced as b(y)-ron.

Variants of Byron

Beyren

Names that rhyme with Byron

How popular is the name Byron?

Byron was among the popular names in United States. Since emerging in 1880 around 80488 babies have been given the given name. When at its peak in 1882, 1288 boys were bestowed the name and it was ranked at 193rd position.

However the graph is now showing a downward trend after 178 years but still going strong on charts. Moreover, the name has been to the top 500 baby names a whooping 128 times

In England and Wales, Byron was once a common name since emerging in 1996 it has been given to over 2258 babies.

At its zenith in 2000,. However after 23 years, the name is currently sliding down on the charts. Byron is a familiar baby name in France, it has been in use since 1956 and was able to reach the top 900 names.

In 2009, it achieved its highest ever ranking of 818 on boy names chart when 51 babies were named Byron. Over 564 babies in France have been named Byron. Also, during its short run of just 1 years in Queensland, it had made it to the top 100 names.

In 2006, it achieved its highest ever ranking of 96 on boy names chart when 54 babies were given the name Byron.

Byron is an uncommon baby name in Ireland, even after 23 years of use, it could not make it big.

Over 119 babies in Ireland have been named Byron. Also, it is uncommon in Belgium, where it has been in use since 1997 and peaked in 2002 when it ranked 642nd.

Byron is a rare baby name in Queensland there is very thin chances of it still being given. But Byron is a popular baby name in Guatemala where every 1 in 400 have the name as well as in, Ecuador, Nicaragua, Canada, South Africa and Kenya.

At least, 210000 people globally have carried Byron as their given name according to our findings.

YearBoysGirls
RankBirthsRankBirths
2018737321
2017648397
2016669380
2015597456
2014653400
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Facts

Byron in Nordic countries

CountriesMenWomen
First NameSecondary NameFirst NameSecondary Name
Netherlands1477605
Finland519150

Here's what numbers has to say about Byron

You are a fighter for good but always attract the worst people in your life. If you have letter N as your capstone, you like to think outside the box. In fact, you don't even know where the box is. The people with number 5 as their personality no are active and outgoing. You always hope your intuition is wrong and give people a chance to earn your trust. You always give the best ideas at work but lack of ideas when it comes to your personal life.

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Middle names for Byron

We've compiled a list of the prominent and familiar middle names for Byron below.

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Sibling Names for Byron

Are you considering naming your baby boy "Byron"? You may be wondering what name would pair well with it for a future sibling. Here are some options to consider, each with its own unique meaning and charm.

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Famous people named Byron

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