Brantley
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Sword meadow, firebrand
Origin: Old English/Germanic
Popularity: Ranked #499 in 2025 with 606 babies born.
History: Brantley is an English surname derived from a place name. It has grown in popularity as a given name in the American South, associated with country singer Brantley Gilbert. It fits the broader trend for strong, country-inspired names.
Name length: 8 letters
How common is Brantley? About 1 in 5,421 babies born in 2025 were named Brantley, or roughly 1.7 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Brantley
What does the name Brantley mean?
Brantley means “Sword meadow, firebrand” from Old English/Germanic roots.
What is the origin of the name Brantley?
Brantley has Old English/Germanic origin. The traditional meaning is “Sword meadow, firebrand”.
How popular is Brantley?
Brantley ranked #499 in 2025 — given to 606 babies that year.
When was Brantley most popular?
Brantley peaked in 2014 with 3,353 babies registered that year.
Is Brantley a boy or girl name?
Brantley is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Brantleys in registered births are male.
Is the name Brantley rising or falling in popularity?
Brantley has risen 6182 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #6681 in 2020 to #499 in 2025.
How long has Brantley been recorded?
Brantley appears in birth records across 116 years — from 1893 through 2025.