Burnham
BUR-nəm
Burnham is a boy’s name of English origin, meaning “From a place name meaning "homestead by the stream."”, and peaked in popularity in 1918.
What Burnham Means
“From a place name meaning "homestead by the stream."”
The Story of Burnham
Picture a place of quiet strength, a homestead settled by a gentle, flowing stream.
Burnham is an English place name, meaning 'homestead by the stream.' This tranquil name first graced records in 1912, peaking in popularity in 1918.
You see your son as a steady, reliable presence, honest and practical. His nature will be one of quiet strength, like the enduring landscape that gave his name, always a dependable anchor.
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Numerology
The Builder
Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#15 in 1918
Total Births
130
First Recorded
1912
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