Brent
Meaning: Reborn, born again
Origin: Latin/Italian
Gender: Boy
Rank in Australia: #193
Total births: 1,470
History: Brent peaked in the 1980s in Australia. The name has a strong, outdoorsy character. Brent represents the generation of Australian men who grew up playing rugby, surfing, and living the active Australian outdoor lifestyle.
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| Current rank (1992) | #92 |
| Babies named Brent in 1992 | 89 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 1,470 |
| Peak year | 1987 (110 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #72 |
| Years in records | 1974–1992 (16 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 17 spots |
Frequently asked about Brent
What does the name Brent mean?
Brent means “Reborn, born again” from Latin/Italian roots.
What is the origin of the name Brent?
Brent has Latin/Italian origin. The traditional meaning is “Reborn, born again”.
How popular is Brent in Australia?
Brent ranked #92 in Australia in 1992 — given to 89 babies that year.
When was Brent most popular?
Brent peaked in 1987 with 110 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Brent a boy or girl name?
Brent is predominantly a boys' name in Australia — over 90% of Brents in registered births are male.
Is the name Brent rising or falling in popularity?
Brent has fallen 17 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Australia — from #75 in 1987 to #92 in 1992.
How long has Brent been recorded in Australia?
Brent appears in birth records in Australia across 16 years — from 1974 through 1992.