UK girl's name
Buse
A feminine Turkish name meaning "falcon" or "bird of prey".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2015. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Buse is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Buse popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2015 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4736, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2003, with 12 births.
This profile covers 90 England and Wales registrations across 17 recorded years from 1997 to 2015. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 33% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 89 living people in the UK are called Buse. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2016 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Buse ranked #4736 for girls in England and Wales in 2015, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2003, when 12 girls were registered as Buse.
- • About 89 living people in the UK are estimated to have Buse as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4736
2015
Births in 2015
4
Latest year
Peak year
2003
12 births
Estimated living
89
2026
Meaning
What does Buse mean?
Buse is a Turkish name with origins dating back to the Ottoman Empire era. It is derived from the Turkish word "buse," which means "kiss." The name is believed to have been inspired by the act of kissing, symbolizing affection and endearment.
In the Ottoman Turkish language, the word "buse" was used to refer to a gentle kiss, often given as a sign of respect or reverence. This cultural practice was deeply rooted in Ottoman society, where kissing the hands or feet of elders or respected individuals was a common gesture of honor and humility.
While the name Buse does not have any direct historical references in ancient texts or religious scriptures, its connection to the Turkish word "buse" and the cultural significance of kissing in Ottoman society make it a name with rich cultural heritage.
One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Buse can be traced back to the 16th century, when it was used among the Ottoman aristocracy and ruling class. However, it was not until the late 19th and early 20th centuries that the name gained wider popularity across the Ottoman Empire and later in the Republic of Turkey.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Buse. One such example is Buse Nur Çambel (1925-2022), a renowned Turkish archaeologist and academic who made significant contributions to the study of Anatolian civilizations. Another notable Buse is Buse Tezcan (born 1988), a Turkish actress and model known for her roles in various television series and films.
Other historical figures with the name Buse include Buse Şamcı (1922-2013), a Turkish author and translator who played a significant role in introducing Western literature to Turkish readers, and Buse Güler (born 1983), a Turkish basketball player who represented the national team and played professionally in several European leagues.
Lastly, Buse Naz Çakıroğlu (born 1992) is a contemporary Turkish actress and model who has gained popularity for her roles in various television series and films, further contributing to the recognition of the name Buse in modern Turkish culture.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Buse over time
The chart below shows babies named Buse registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1997 to 2015. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Buse, the clearest high point is 2003. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2015, compared with 12 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Buse by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Buse was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #5079 | 15 | 4 |
| 2000s | #3212 | 64 | 10 |
| 1990s | #3405 | 11 | 3 |
Related
Names similar to Buse
- Bethany 43,226
- Brooke 18,370
- Bella 14,112
- Bonnie 12,149
- Beatrice 11,306
- Bethan 7,968
- Beth 6,440
- Betsy 5,065
- Beatrix 4,317
- Billie 4,220
- Beau 3,231
- Bryony 3,167
FAQ
Buse: questions and answers
How popular is the name Buse in the UK right now?
In 2015, Buse was ranked #4736 for girls in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Buse most popular?
The peak year on record was 2003, with 12 babies registered as Buse in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Buse?
A feminine Turkish name meaning "falcon" or "bird of prey".
How many people are called Buse in the UK?
A total of 90 babies have been registered as Buse across the 17 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.