NAME PROFILE
Brandan
Brandan is of Irish origin and means 'prince' or 'descendant of Bréanainn.' The name carries a regal quality, often associated with strength, leadership, and a compassionate spirit. It evokes the image of someone who inspires others and possesses a strong sense of justice and loyalty.
Key Stats
| Total births | 5,776 |
| Gender | Male (54% / 46%) |
| Peak year | 1991 |
| Peak generation | Millennial |
| First recorded | 1970 |
| Most recent | 2014 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 26%TX — 19%OH — 19%NY — 18%MI — 18%
Notable People
Brendan Gleeson (Actor, *In Bruges*) · Brendan Fraser (Actor, *The Mummy*) · Brendan Nash (Cricketer) · Brendan Coyle (Actor, *Downton Abbey*) · Brendan Schaub (Former UFC Fighter and Podcaster)
Nicknames & Diminutives
BranDan
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