Brandee Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Brandee is a modern English name derived from the word 'brandy,' symbolizing warmth and richness. It evolved from names like Brandi and Branda. The name gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, and is associated with a youthful image. It has no biblical relevance.
The name Brandee is most popular in Hawaii, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Brandee has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Brandee' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 8163rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 910th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1072nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4004th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 13902nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Brandee' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Brandee"
Pronunciation
/ˈbrændi/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Brandee is a modern variation of the name Brandi, which is derived from the word 'brandy,' referring to a type of distilled wine. The name is often associated with the idea of warmth and richness.
Meaning
brandy
Language Evolution
Brandi, Branda, Brand
Historical Usage
Brandee gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States. It became more common in the 1980s and 1990s as part of the trend for names ending in '-ee'.
Variants & Derivatives
Brandi, Brenda, Bree
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Brandee is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with youthful and vibrant personalities. Its image can vary based on cultural context.
Famous People
Brandee Evans - American actress and dancer, Brandee Barker - American public relations executive
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Brandee"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Brandee"
"Brandee" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 8163rd of 12526 | 31 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 910th of 19264 | 2,284 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1072nd of 27321 | 2,550 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4004th of 35406 | 556 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 13902nd of 30306 | 65 |
Regional Popularity of "Brandee" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Brandee" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - |
92.22% 2559th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
26.59% 781st/2937 |
40.08% 1396th/3483 |
28.34% 997th/3518 |
17.93% 725th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
29.04% 1070th/3685 |
37.92% 1697th/4475 |
22.16% 1151st/5194 |
16.23% 1025th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
100.00% 4582nd/4582 |
- |
47.86% 3500th/7313 |
53.40% 3985th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Brandee"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Brandee" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.