Branda Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationBRAN-duh / ˈbrændəEnglish; German
Meaning
English: Sword; German: Brave
Historical & Cultural Background
Branda is often considered a feminine form of the name Brandon. The name Brandon has Old English roots, meaning 'hill covered with broom' or 'sword.' In modern contexts, Branda has been used in various cultures, though it remains relatively uncommon. Its usage may reflect a trend towards unique or less traditional names for girls.
Trend Summary
Branda has seen limited popularity in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Brande
- Brandi
International Variants
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Branda was first seen in the United States in 1945. Branda has ranked as high as #1037 nationally, which occurred in 1973, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Branda has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Branda (2000)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1945 | 5 |
| 1948 | 6 |
| 1950 | 8 |
| 1952 | 8 |
| 1953 | 6 |
| 1954 | 9 |
| 1955 | 16 |
| 1957 | 13 |
| 1958 | 25 |
| 1959 | 14 |
| 1960 | 14 |
| 1961 | 20 |
| 1962 | 15 |
| 1963 | 19 |
| 1964 | 18 |
| 1965 | 20 |
| 1966 | 23 |
| 1967 | 21 |
| 1968 | 22 |
| 1969 | 20 |
| 1970 | 16 |
| 1971 | 33 |
| 1972 | 25 |
| 1973 | 36 |
| 1974 | 21 |
| 1975 | 34 |
| 1976 | 26 |
| 1977 | 23 |
| 1978 | 32 |
| 1979 | 26 |
| 1980 | 31 |
| 1981 | 28 |
| 1982 | 30 |
| 1983 | 31 |
| 1984 | 34 |
| 1985 | 22 |
| 1986 | 19 |
| 1987 | 19 |
| 1988 | 25 |
| 1989 | 19 |
| 1990 | 20 |
| 1991 | 26 |
| 1992 | 21 |
| 1993 | 19 |
| 1994 | 18 |
| 1995 | 17 |
| 1996 | 17 |
| 1997 | 17 |
| 1998 | 19 |
| 1999 | 14 |
| 2000 | 21 |
| 2001 | 15 |
| 2002 | 14 |
| 2004 | 9 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2006 | 6 |
| 2007 | 6 |