Brandi
Brandi is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Burnt wine; distilled wine.
Origin and history
Brandi is a modern English feminine name derived from the word brandy, which comes from the Dutch brandewijn, meaning burnt wine. It surged in popularity in the United States during the late 20th century. Today, it remains a familiar traditional name, though its usage for newborns has declined significantly.
Popularity in the United States
101,906 babies in the United States have been named Brandi since 1880. It ranks #369 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1820.
States where it is most popular
- TX (10.5 %)
- CA (8.1 %)
- OH (5 %)
- FL (4.4 %)
- GA (4.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 5 |
| 1950-1960 | 72 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,465 |
| 1970-1980 | 29,078 |
| 1980-1990 | 42,890 |
| 1990-2000 | 22,955 |
| 2000-2010 | 4,059 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,101 |
| 2020-2029 | 281 |
Famous people named Brandi
- Brandi Chastain: Athlete, Soccer Player
- Brandi Carlile: Singer, Songwriter
- Brandi Passante: Television Personality
Nicknames
Bran, B
Fun facts
- The name ultimately traces back to the Dutch term brandewijn, referring to distilled spirit.
- Brandi experienced its greatest peak in popularity in the US during the late 1970s and 1980s.