Brando Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationBRAN-doe / /ˈbrændoʊ/Italian; Spanish
Meaning
Italian: 'sword'; Spanish: 'brave'
Historical & Cultural Background
Brando is derived from the Italian name 'Brando', which is a diminutive of 'Alberto' or 'Bernardo'. It gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly due to the influence of American actor Marlon Brando. The name has also been used in various cultural contexts, reflecting themes of bravery and strength.
Trend Summary
Brando has seen limited popularity in the U.S., often influenced by cultural references.
Similar Names
Variants
- Brandon
International Variants
- Brando (Italian); Brando (Spanish)
Famous people named Brando
Brando Eaton is an American actor recognized for his work in television series like 'The Secret Life of the American Teenager'.
Fictional characters named Brando
Brando is a character in the video game 'Street Fighter', known for his fighting skills.
Brando is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', where he is depicted as a humorous figure.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Brando was first seen in the United States in 1955. Brando has ranked as high as #1246 nationally, which occurred in 2005, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Brando has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Brando (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1955 | 7 |
| 1956 | 5 |
| 1971 | 6 |
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1973 | 13 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1976 | 18 |
| 1977 | 11 |
| 1978 | 11 |
| 1979 | 12 |
| 1980 | 17 |
| 1981 | 18 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1983 | 10 |
| 1984 | 15 |
| 1985 | 27 |
| 1986 | 21 |
| 1987 | 18 |
| 1988 | 35 |
| 1989 | 22 |
| 1990 | 31 |
| 1991 | 32 |
| 1992 | 37 |
| 1993 | 47 |
| 1994 | 44 |
| 1995 | 43 |
| 1996 | 50 |
| 1997 | 57 |
| 1998 | 62 |
| 1999 | 56 |
| 2000 | 58 |
| 2001 | 68 |
| 2002 | 66 |
| 2003 | 70 |
| 2004 | 78 |
| 2005 | 104 |
| 2006 | 94 |
| 2007 | 96 |
| 2008 | 104 |
| 2009 | 56 |
| 2010 | 80 |
| 2011 | 54 |
| 2012 | 59 |
| 2013 | 38 |
| 2014 | 48 |
| 2015 | 41 |
| 2016 | 37 |
| 2017 | 27 |
| 2018 | 22 |
| 2019 | 20 |
| 2020 | 27 |
| 2021 | 26 |
| 2022 | 20 |
| 2023 | 24 |
| 2024 | 26 |