Brendon
Meaning: Broom hill or sword
Origin: Old English/Celtic
Gender: Boy
Rank in Australia: #202
Total births: 1,302
History: Brendon peaked in the 1990s in Australia. The Irish name reflects Australia's deep Celtic roots. Brendon represents the Irish-Australian sporting tradition.
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| Current rank (1993) | #99 |
| Babies named Brendon in 1993 | 78 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 1,302 |
| Peak year | 1984 (113 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #71 |
| Years in records | 1973–1993 (15 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 10 spots |
Frequently asked about Brendon
What does the name Brendon mean?
Brendon means “Broom hill or sword” from Old English/Celtic roots.
What is the origin of the name Brendon?
Brendon has Old English/Celtic origin. The traditional meaning is “Broom hill or sword”.
How popular is Brendon in Australia?
Brendon ranked #99 in Australia in 1993 — given to 78 babies that year.
When was Brendon most popular?
Brendon peaked in 1984 with 113 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Brendon a boy or girl name?
Brendon is predominantly a boys' name in Australia — over 90% of Brendons in registered births are male.
Is the name Brendon rising or falling in popularity?
Brendon has fallen 10 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Australia — from #89 in 1988 to #99 in 1993.
How long has Brendon been recorded in Australia?
Brendon appears in birth records in Australia across 15 years — from 1973 through 1993.