Bronislaus Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Bronislaus is a Slavic name meaning 'to protect glory'. It has evolved through various historical forms and is associated with traits of strength and nobility. The name does not have significant biblical relevance but gained popularity in medieval times due to notable figures.
The name Bronislaus is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the Northeast 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, Bronislaus has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast. Across generations, 'Bronislaus' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1763rd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4396th out of 6773 names. Discover how the name 'Bronislaus' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Bronislaus"
Pronunciation
/ˈbrɒnɪslɔːs/
Origin
Slavic
Etymology
The name Bronislaus is derived from Slavic elements 'broni' meaning 'to protect' and 'slav' meaning 'glory' or 'fame'.
Meaning
to protect glory
Language Evolution
Bronislaw, Bronislaus, Bronislausz, Bronieszlaw
Historical Usage
Bronislaus gained popularity in the medieval period, particularly in Poland, due to the influence of several saints and historical figures bearing the name.
Variants & Derivatives
Bronislaw, Bronka, Bronny
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Bronislaus is viewed as a traditional name with strong cultural roots, often associated with heritage and nobility.
Famous People
Bronislaus Kaper, a renowned composer, Bronislaus Malinowski, a prominent anthropologist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Bronislaus"
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 "Bronislaus"
"Bronislaus" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1763rd of 7545 | 302 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 4396th of 6773 | 41 |
Regional Popularity of "Bronislaus" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
83.05% 1176th/1416 |
42.06% 580th/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
71.21% 1108th/1556 |
- | - |
| 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 "Bronislaus" 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 "Bronislaus"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Bronislaus" 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.