Brentley
Brentley is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Burnt meadow, woodland clearing, or high land.
Origin and history
Brentley is a modern English name created as an elaborated form of Brent, or derived from a habitational surname referring to a burnt clearing or high land. It rose in popularity in the early 21st century alongside similar surname-style and '-ley' ending names in the United States. Today, it remains a recognizable contemporary choice for boys.
Popularity in the United States
4,244 babies in the United States have been named Brentley since 1880. It ranks #1919 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1230.
States where it is most popular
- TX (8.4 %)
- TN (8.1 %)
- FL (7.5 %)
- GA (6.9 %)
- NC (6.9 %)
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 | 19 |
| 1960-1970 | 94 |
| 1970-1980 | 135 |
| 1980-1990 | 169 |
| 1990-2000 | 138 |
| 2000-2010 | 155 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,787 |
| 2020-2029 | 747 |
Nicknames
Brent, Lee
Fun facts
- Brentley developed as a modern blend combining the traditional name Brent with the popular '-ley' suffix.
- The name experienced a notable rise in usage in the United States starting around the late 2000s.