Bruno

Boy's name

Bruno is a Germanic name derived from the Old High German word "brun" meaning "brown." It has been used as a given name since medieval times.

Meaning Brown
Origin Germanic
U.S. births in 2023 381
Peak year 2022

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Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Bruno Mars - Singer, songwriter, record producer
  • Bruno Sammartino - Professional wrestler, WWE Hall of Famer
  • Bruno Tonioli - Strictly Come Dancing judge, choreographer
  • Bruno Ganz - Actor, known for "Downfall" and "Wings of Desire"
  • Bruno Senna - Racing driver, nephew of Ayrton Senna
  • Bruno Kirby - Actor, known for roles in "When Harry Met Sally" and "City Slickers"
  • Bruno Barbey - Photographer, Magnum Photos member
  • Bruno Schulz - Writer, known for "The Street of Crocodiles"
  • Bruno Walter - Conductor, known for interpretations of Mahler and Mozart
  • Bruno Latour - Sociologist, philosopher, known for science studies and actor-network theory.

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