US Popularity:1726
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.

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  • Lord Byron
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Byron Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Byron is currently #1842 on The Bump
Boy:Byron is currently #1019 on The Bump Boy Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Byron is currently #1726 in U.S. births
Boy:Byron is currently #835 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#835
in 2023
+ 55
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data
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