Brannon
Brannon is a boy's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
Little raven or descendant of Brandán.
Origin and history
Brannon is an Irish masculine name derived from an old surname or given name meaning 'descendant of Brandán' or 'little raven'. It serves as a classic Gaelic name with a modern sound similar to Brandon and Shannon. In the United States, it has enjoyed steady but modest usage as an alternative to more common Irish names.
Popularity in the United States
4,707 babies in the United States have been named Brannon since 1880. It ranks #1801 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1831.
States where it is most popular
- TX (19.4 %)
- GA (19 %)
- CA (13.7 %)
- AL (11.2 %)
- LA (8.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 5 |
| 1940-1950 | 16 |
| 1950-1960 | 43 |
| 1960-1970 | 182 |
| 1970-1980 | 915 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,053 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,177 |
| 2000-2010 | 867 |
| 2010-2019 | 353 |
| 2020-2029 | 96 |
Famous people named Brannon
- Brannon Braga: Producer, Screenwriter
Nicknames
Bran
Fun facts
- Brannon originated as an anglicized form of the Irish surname Ó Branáin.
- It is often chosen by parents seeking a less common variant of the popular name Brandon.