Brando Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Brando is an Italian name derived from the Germanic element meaning 'sword' or 'firebrand'. It evolved from the name Brandus. The name evokes traits of strength and charisma, and it gained popularity in the 20th century due to the influence of actor Marlon Brando. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name.
The name Brando is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Brando has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Brando' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6360th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4153rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2287th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1787th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3676th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Brando' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Brando"
Pronunciation
/ˈbrændoʊ/
Origin
Italian
Etymology
The name Brando is derived from the Italian name 'Brando', which is a diminutive of the name 'Brandus', meaning 'sword' or 'firebrand'. It is rooted in the Germanic element 'brand', which means 'sword' or 'fire'.
Meaning
sword, firebrand
Language Evolution
Brandus, Brando
Historical Usage
Brando gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in the United States, largely due to the fame of actor Marlon Brando in the mid-1900s.
Variants & Derivatives
Bran, Brendan, Brando
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Brando is perceived as a strong and charismatic name, often associated with confidence and creativity, largely due to its association with Marlon Brando.
Famous People
Marlon Brando
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Brando"
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 "Brando"
"Brando" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 6360th of 7552 | 12 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4153rd of 10718 | 100 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2287th of 16616 | 455 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1787th of 24088 | 1,162 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3676th of 23106 | 356 |
Regional Popularity of "Brando" 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) |
- |
63.82% 2223rd/3483 |
- |
57.34% 2319th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
40.94% 1832nd/4475 |
39.43% 2048th/5194 |
23.22% 1467th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
28.58% 1476th/5164 |
22.62% 1654th/7313 |
16.95% 1265th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
48.68% 3321st/6822 |
36.28% 2277th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Brando" by Generation for Female 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) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Brando"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Brando" 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.