Burnice
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About Burnice
Burnice is a masculine name variant of the more common Bernice, which derives from Greek 'Berenikē' meaning 'bringing victory.' This spelling with 'u' instead of 'e' gives the name a distinctive appearance while maintaining the original pronunciation. Historically, Bernice appears in the New Testament as a feminine name, but Burnice emerged as a male variant primarily in early to mid-20th century America, particularly in southern regions. The name peaked in popularity between the 1910s-1940s but has since become quite rare. Though uncommon today, Burnice carries a vintage charm and uniqueness that might appeal to parents looking for distinctive traditional names with historical roots.
Burnice for girls
Burnice is a feminine name that represents a spelling variation of Bernice, which derives from the Greek name Berenikē meaning 'bringing victory.' This alternative spelling emerged in the early 20th century, when Burnice saw modest usage in the United States. The name carries a vintage charm and dignified quality while remaining quite uncommon today. Historically, it peaked in popularity between 1890-1930 before gradually declining. Burnice offers the distinctive 'ice' ending sound shared with names like Clarice and Janice, but with a unique initial syllable. For parents seeking a genuinely vintage name with classical roots and an uncommon spelling, Burnice provides a distinctive option with authentic historical usage.
Pronounced BER-nis.
As of October 2026, Burnice ranked #6863 in US births in 1986 SSA, peaked at #878 in 1907.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank · boys | Births · boys | US rank · girls | Births · girls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | — | 0 |