Burgundy Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Burgundy Name at a Glance

Name	Burgundy
Meaning	'King Henry V' and 'Henry VI, Part 1' and 'Tragedy of King Lear' Duke of Burgundy.
Origin	Shakespearean
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Burgundy Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Burgundy means “'King Henry V' and 'Henry VI, Part 1' and 'Tragedy of King Lear' Duke of Burgundy”. 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.

Burgundy Name Origin

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

Is Burgundy a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Burgundy

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