Brandon

Boy's name

Brandon is of Old English origin, derived from the words "brom" meaning "broom" and "dun" meaning "hill." It signifies a person from a hill covered with broom plants.

Meaning From the brambly hill
Origin English
U.S. births in 2023 1,553 Falling
Peak year 1992

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Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Brandon Lee - Actor, known for "The Crow."
  • Brandon Flowers - Musician, lead singer of The Killers.
  • Brandon Routh - Actor, played Superman in "Superman Returns."
  • Brandon Boyd - Musician, lead singer of Incubus.
  • Brandon Crawford - Baseball player for San Francisco Giants.
  • Brandon Marshall - NFL wide receiver, played for multiple teams.
  • Brandon Saad - NHL player, won Stanley Cup with Chicago Blackhawks.
  • Brandon Belt - Baseball player for San Francisco Giants.
  • Brandon Phillips - Former MLB second baseman, multiple Gold Glove winner.
  • Brandon Nimmo - MLB outfielder for New York Mets.

Brothers for Brandon

Boy names closely related to Brandon

Ayden Josiah Christopher Joshua Jonathan Christian Eric Jaden

Sisters for Brandon

Girl names closely related to Brandon

Kaylee Arielle Jayla Joy Olivia Emma Kaylani Makayla

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Brandon

Brandan Branden Brandyn Brenden Brendon

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