Burnett

Meaning

A person from a place with a small stream or burn, or one with a dark or burnt complexion.

Etymology

Burnett derives from the Old English 'burna' meaning 'stream' combined with the diminutive suffix '-et', or alternatively from a nickname describing someone with a dark or burnt appearance. The name became established as a surname in medieval Britain.

About the Name Burnett

Burnett is traditionally a surname but has occasionally been used as a given name. It carries Scottish and English heritage with geographical or descriptive origins.

Notable Bearers

Historical People Named Burnett