What's the Name Burt Mean?

In English Baby Names the meaning of the name Burt is: Derived from the Old English 'beorht' meaning bright, glorious. Also used as a name derived from the surname and place name Burton, meaning fortified enclosure. Famous bearers: American actors Burt Lancaster and Burt Reynolds.

What is the meaning of the name Burt?

English and Scottish: from the Old English personal name Byrht, a byform of Be(o)rht 'bright'. Compare Bert. German: Middle High German burt 'that which is due or proper', therefore a nickname for someone who has fulfilled his obligations properly.

Where does Burt come from?

Burt Name Meaning: Derived from the Germanic elements heri 'army' + beraht 'bright'. The name was first introduced to england by the normans,where it replaced 'herebeorht'.