Brenton
Brenton is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Bryne's settlement or town near burned land.
Origin and history
Brenton originates as an Old English habitational surname, likely derived from places named Bryne's town or settlement near a scorched area. It gained steady popularity as a given name in the United States during the late 20th century. Today, it remains a familiar yet moderately uncommon choice for boys.
Popularity in the United States
15,099 babies in the United States have been named Brenton since 1880. It ranks #965 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1426.
States where it is most popular
- CA (11 %)
- TX (8.6 %)
- GA (6.8 %)
- FL (6 %)
- OH (5.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 40 |
| 1920-1930 | 98 |
| 1930-1940 | 116 |
| 1940-1950 | 215 |
| 1950-1960 | 311 |
| 1960-1970 | 721 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,608 |
| 1980-1990 | 4,335 |
| 1990-2000 | 3,222 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,074 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,848 |
| 2020-2029 | 511 |
Famous people named Brenton
- Brenton Thwaites: Actor
- Brenton Bersin: Athlete, American Football Player
Nicknames
Brent
Fun facts
- Brenton originally developed as a locational English surname before becoming a given name.
- The name experienced its highest popularity in the United States during the 1980s and 1990s.