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Current rank (2024)#11651
Babies named Bran in 20246
Total recorded232
Peak year2021 (14 babies)
Highest rank ever#3149
Years in records1970–2024 (30 years of data)
Change over last 5 years↓ 2132 spots

Frequently asked about Bran

What does the name Bran mean?
Bran means “Sword meadow, firebrand” from Old English/Germanic roots.
What is the origin of the name Bran?
Bran has Old English/Germanic origin. The traditional meaning is “Sword meadow, firebrand”.
How popular is Bran?
Bran ranked #11651 in 2024 — given to 6 babies that year.
When was Bran most popular?
Bran peaked in 2021 with 14 babies registered that year.
Is Bran a boy or girl name?
Bran is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Brans in registered births are male.
Is the name Bran rising or falling in popularity?
Bran has fallen 2132 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #9519 in 2019 to #11651 in 2024.
How long has Bran been recorded?
Bran appears in birth records across 30 years — from 1970 through 2024.

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