Burl

Burl Meaning & Origin

About Burl
The name Burl is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "byrle," meaning "knotty wood" or "tree trunk." It is often associated with strength, stability, and resilience, reflecting the characteristics of a sturdy tree trunk. The name Burl can also be seen as a nod to nature and the outdoors, evoking a sense of groundedness and connection to the earth.

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Name Popularity

Gender Distribution

Most individuals with the name Burl are male.

Burl Popularity Trends

The popularity of the name has decreased by -16.67% over the past year.

Pronunciation

📇 Metaphone
PRL
🗽 NYSIIS
BA
🔊 Soundex
B064
🎵 Syllabic Pronunciation
B ER1 L
🌐 IPA
/bərl/
🔊 Double Metaphone
('PRL', '')
🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
B640

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Burl in Braille

Here's how to represent Burl in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.

The name Burl in braille

How to Spell the Name Burl in American Sign Language (ASL)

The image below shows how you can spell Burl using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.

The name Burl in sign language

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