Brandon
Brandon is a girl's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
Gorse-covered hill.
Origin and history
Brandon originates from the Old English place name meaning 'gorse-covered hill', though it is also influenced by the Irish name Brendan. Historically much more common as a male name, it saw moderate use as a female name in the U.S. during the late 20th century. Today, female usage of Brandon is exceptionally rare.
Popularity in the United States
4,145 babies in the United States have been named Brandon since 1880. It ranks #2734 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- CA (16.9 %)
- TX (10.9 %)
- OH (6.5 %)
- IL (6 %)
- NC (5.8 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 32 |
| 1960-1970 | 93 |
| 1970-1980 | 791 |
| 1980-1990 | 2,099 |
| 1990-2000 | 760 |
| 2000-2010 | 289 |
| 2010-2019 | 81 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Nicknames
Bran, Brandi, Brandy
Fun facts
- Brandon originally derived from Old English words 'bróm' (broom or gorse) and 'dūn' (hill).
- Brandon gained noticeable usage for girls in the United States during the 1980s and 1990s alongside the unisex naming trend.