Byron
b(y)-ron
US Popularity:1821
Origin:British
Meaning:Place of the cowsheds; Dweller at the cattle byres
Byron is a masculine name of English origin derived from the Old English phrase meaning “dweller at the byres” or “place of the cowsheds.” Originally used as a last name, Byron was given to those who worked with cattle. Nowadays, this name has a historical appeal, with the renowned 19th-century poet Lord Byron as inspiration. Choosing Byron for baby will undoubtedly spark a creative mind and heart in your little one.
Famous People Named Byron
Wondering who else shares this name? Check out these well known people who made this baby name famous.
- Lord ByronPoet
How Popular Is The Name Byron?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Byron is currently #1930 on The Bump
Boy:Byron is currently #1088 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Byron is currently #1821 in U.S. births
Boy:Byron is currently #882 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2024
#882
in 2024
- 47
from 2023
Sources
Behind the Name, Byron, November 2019
Name Doctor, Byron
Ancestry, Byron Family History
SurnameDB, Last name: Byron
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