Brinton
Brinton is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Settlement of Bryni or town of Bryni.
Origin and history
Brinton is a traditional English surname turned given name, originating as a habitational name for someone from places called Brinton in Norfolk or Staffordshire. Etymologically, it translates to Bryni's settlement or the estate associated with a person named Bryni. In the United States, it remains a rare and distinct masculine choice.
Popularity in the United States
805 babies in the United States have been named Brinton since 1880. It ranks #3871 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1905.
States where it is most popular
- PA (100 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 25 |
| 1920-1930 | 39 |
| 1930-1940 | 31 |
| 1940-1950 | 29 |
| 1950-1960 | 46 |
| 1960-1970 | 55 |
| 1970-1980 | 81 |
| 1980-1990 | 164 |
| 1990-2000 | 117 |
| 2000-2010 | 102 |
| 2010-2019 | 94 |
| 2020-2029 | 22 |
Famous people named Brinton
- Brinton Turkle: Author, Illustrator
Nicknames
Brin
Fun facts
- Brinton comes from Old English place names meaning the homestead or settlement associated with a figure named Bryni.
- With just over 800 recorded male births in the U.S. since 1880, Brinton has maintained an uncommon and distinctive profile.