Brandon
Meaning: Broom hill or sword
Origin: Old English/Celtic
Gender: Boy
Rank in Australia: #153
Total births: 2,928
History: Brandon surged in the 2000s as an American-influenced name in Australia. The name has a strong, athletic character. Brandon represents the cultural exchange between Australia and America that intensified in the 2000s.
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| Current rank (2005) | #93 |
| Babies named Brandon in 2005 | 103 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 2,928 |
| Peak year | 1997 (341 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #27 |
| Years in records | 1992–2005 (14 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 45 spots |
Frequently asked about Brandon
What does the name Brandon mean?
Brandon means “Broom hill or sword” from Old English/Celtic roots.
What is the origin of the name Brandon?
Brandon has Old English/Celtic origin. The traditional meaning is “Broom hill or sword”.
How popular is Brandon in Australia?
Brandon ranked #93 in Australia in 2005 — given to 103 babies that year.
When was Brandon most popular?
Brandon peaked in 1997 with 341 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Brandon a boy or girl name?
Brandon is predominantly a boys' name in Australia — over 90% of Brandons in registered births are male.
Is the name Brandon rising or falling in popularity?
Brandon has fallen 45 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Australia — from #48 in 2000 to #93 in 2005.
How long has Brandon been recorded in Australia?
Brandon appears in birth records in Australia across 14 years — from 1992 through 2005.