Emlyn Burden

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Emlyn Burden — rival
60K People worldwide
United Kingdom Most common in
1960s Peak popularity
Gender
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Emlyn Burden is a name that combines Celtic origins. The first name Emlyn is a masculine given name of Celtic origin. Welsh name of uncertain origin, possibly from Latin Aemilianus or connected to the Welsh place name Emlyn in Carmarthenshire. The surname Burden: Alfie Burden, English professional snooker player Amanda Burden (née Mortimer; born 1944), American urban planner Arthur Scott Burden (1879–1921), American equestrian Barry Burden (born 1971), American political scientist Bob Burden, American cartoon artist Bob Burden (academic), English educational researcher and theorist Carter Burden (1941–1996), American politician Chris Burden, American avant-garde artist Doug Burden (born 1965), American rower Francis Burden (1829/30–1882), British chess player Fred Burden (1852–1897), editor, Adelaide Advertiser Harold Nelson Burden (1860–1930), English. Emlyn is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 60K people globally, with the highest concentration in United Kingdom. The name Emlyn reached peak popularity in the 1960s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Emlyn

Meaning: rival

Celtic

Welsh name of uncertain origin, possibly from Latin Aemilianus or connected to the Welsh place name Emlyn in Carmarthenshire.

Surname: Burden

English

Alfie Burden, English professional snooker player Amanda Burden (née Mortimer; born 1944), American urban planner Arthur Scott Burden (1879–1921), American equestrian Barry Burden (born 1971), American political scientist Bob Burden, American cartoon artist Bob Burden (academic), English educational researcher and theorist Carter Burden (1941–1996), American politician Chris Burden, American avant-garde artist Doug Burden (born 1965), American rower Francis Burden (1829/30–1882), British chess player Fred Burden (1852–1897), editor, Adelaide Advertiser Harold Nelson Burden (1860–1930), English.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Emlyn is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United Kingdom 100%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Emlyn by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Name Variants & Related Names

The name Emlyn has several variants and related forms across different languages and cultures:

  • Emil
  • Emlen

Notable People Named Emlyn Burden

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Emlyn Burden:

7
Expression Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

4
Soul Urge Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

3
Personality Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Emlyn?
The first name Emlyn originates from Celtic. Welsh name of uncertain origin, possibly from Latin Aemilianus or connected to the Welsh place name Emlyn in Carmarthenshire.
When was Emlyn most popular?
The name Emlyn reached its peak popularity during the 1960s.
What is the origin of the surname Burden?
The surname Burden originates from English. Alfie Burden, English professional snooker player Amanda Burden (née Mortimer; born 1944), American urban planner Arthur Scott Burden (1879–1921), American equestrian Barry Burden (born 1971), American political scientist Bob Burden, American cartoon artist Bob Burden (academic), English educational researcher and theorist Carter Burden (1941–1996), American politician Chris Burden, American avant-garde artist Doug Burden (born 1965), American rower Francis Burden (1829/30–1882), British chess player Fred Burden (1852–1897), editor, Adelaide Advertiser Harold Nelson Burden (1860–1930), English.
What are the origins of the name Emlyn Burden?
The name Emlyn Burden combines two different traditions: the first name Emlyn has Celtic roots, while the surname Burden originates from English.
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