NAME PROFILE
Brighton
Brighton is derived from the Old English words 'bric' meaning 'bridge' and 'tun' meaning 'enclosure' or 'settlement.' The name evokes images of a vibrant seaside town known for its cultural diversity and lively atmosphere.
Key Stats
| Total births | 5,161 |
| Gender | Male (25% / 75%) |
| Peak year | 2014 |
| Peak generation | Gen A |
| First recorded | 1994 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
UT — 30%TX — 27%CA — 22%FL — 14%NC — 8%
Notable People
Brighton Beach Memoirs (Play by Neil Simon) · Brighton Rock (Novel by Graham Greene) · Brighton Hove Albion (Football Club) · Brighton Pavilion (Royal Pavilion in Brighton, England) · Brighton Dome (Historic venue for performances and events)
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