Burnett is a surname of Scottish origin. It is derived from the Scottish Gaelic word "brèag," which means "small hill" or "mound." The name was originally given to someone who lived near such a geographical feature.
The surname Burnett can be traced back to the 12th century in Scotland. The earliest recorded instance of the name appears in the "Chronicles of the Picts and Scots" written by John of Fordun around 1360, where he mentions a certain "Thomas Burnet." Throughout history, members of the Burnett family have played significant roles in Scottish society, with many serving as clan chiefs, lairds, and even as part of the nobility.
Over time, the spelling of the surname has varied due to differences in translation and interpretation. Some variations include Burnet, Burnette, Burnitt, Burnet, and others. Despite these variations, all forms of the name share a common Scottish heritage and meaning.
Today, Burnett is found throughout the world, with many people carrying on the proud traditions and history associated with this surname. While it may not be one of the most common surnames, it remains a significant part of Scottish cultural heritage.
The given statistics show the number of babies named Burnett born each year in the United States from 1912 to 1970. Over this period, there was a total of 282 babies named Burnett.
The years with the highest number of births were 1953 and 1950, with 14 and 12 births respectively. This suggests that these years may have been particularly popular for the name Burnett during this time.
On the other hand, there were several years where only one baby was named Burnett, such as in 1970. Additionally, there were some gaps in the data, with no births reported between 1922 and 1933, and again between 1959 and 1967.
Overall, while the name Burnett may not have been extremely common during this time period, it was still used consistently throughout the decades. It is interesting to note how the popularity of the name fluctuated over time, with some years seeing many births and others seeing very few.