Brennon Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Brennon originated from the Irish surname 'O Braonáin', meaning 'descendant of Braonán', which is linked to the word for 'sorrow'. The name has evolved through various historical forms, maintaining its connection to its Gaelic roots. It is perceived positively in modern contexts, although it lacks biblical significance. The name has seen increased popularity in recent decades.
The name Brennon is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South 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, Brennon has been stalled for male in MidWest, 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 MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Brennon' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7201st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2603rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1268th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1113th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2514th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Brennon' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Brennon"
Pronunciation
/ˈbrɛnən/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
Brennon is derived from the Gaelic surname 'O Braonáin', which means 'descendant of Braonán'. The name 'Braonán' is a diminutive of 'Braon', meaning 'sorrow' or 'sadness'.
Meaning
descendant of Braonán
Language Evolution
O Braonáin, Braonán, Brennan, Brennon
Historical Usage
Brennon gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern variant of the traditional Irish name Brennan.
Variants & Derivatives
Brennan, Bren, Brenna
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Brennon is viewed as a contemporary and trendy name, often associated with a friendly and approachable personality.
Famous People
Brennon Edwards, American football player, Brennon O'Neill, Australian actor
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Brennon"
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 "Brennon"
"Brennon" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 7201st of 7552 | 6 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2603rd of 10718 | 227 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1268th of 16616 | 1,118 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1113th of 24088 | 2,382 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2514th of 23106 | 631 |
Regional Popularity of "Brennon" 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) |
- | - |
61.74% 2172nd/3518 |
60.78% 2458th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
34.06% 1255th/3685 |
- |
24.95% 1296th/5194 |
22.67% 1432nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
23.92% 1096th/4582 |
41.17% 2126th/5164 |
13.61% 995th/7313 |
16.84% 1257th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
60.39% 2406th/3984 |
83.98% 3768th/4487 |
32.50% 2217th/6822 |
62.16% 3901st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Brennon" 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 "Brennon"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Brennon" 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.