Burgess Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Burgess Name at a Glance

Name	Burgess
Meaning	Lives in town.
Origin	English
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Burgess Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Burgess means “Lives in town”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Burgess Name Origin

Our database records Burgess under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Burgess a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Burgess is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Burgess

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