Branson Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationBRAN-suhn / /ˈbræn.sən/English; Old English
Meaning
Son of Brand; hill covered with broom
Historical & Cultural Background
Branson is derived from a surname that originated in England. It is believed to have been used to denote a family or lineage associated with a place name. The name has gained popularity as a given name in recent decades, particularly in the United States. It is often associated with modern naming trends that favor surnames as first names.
Trend Summary
Branson has seen a gradual increase in popularity as a boy's name in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Bran
- Branston
International Variants
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Famous people named Branson
Branson, Richard: An English business magnate and founder of the Virgin Group.
Branson, John: An American politician who served in the state legislature.
Fictional characters named Branson
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Branson was first seen in the United States in 1912. Branson has ranked as high as #1021 nationally, which occurred in 2014, and has been most popular in Texas, Ohio, North Carolina, Tennessee, and California. In the past 5 years the name Branson has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Branson (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 24 | |
| OH | 21 | |
| AL | 12 | |
| IN | 10 | |
| KY | 10 | |
| LA | 10 | |
| TN | 9 | |
| CA | 8 | |
| FL | 7 | |
| MS | 7 | |
| PA | 6 | |
| GA | 6 | |
| NC | 6 | |
| VA | 5 | |
| WA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1912 | 7 |
| 1914 | 7 |
| 1915 | 9 |
| 1918 | 8 |
| 1919 | 5 |
| 1920 | 7 |
| 1921 | 9 |
| 1923 | 7 |
| 1925 | 7 |
| 1926 | 8 |
| 1927 | 10 |
| 1929 | 6 |
| 1930 | 5 |
| 1931 | 6 |
| 1932 | 8 |
| 1933 | 9 |
| 1935 | 5 |
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1939 | 6 |
| 1940 | 5 |
| 1944 | 8 |
| 1945 | 5 |
| 1946 | 5 |
| 1947 | 6 |
| 1948 | 6 |
| 1949 | 6 |
| 1950 | 9 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1953 | 9 |
| 1955 | 7 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1958 | 7 |
| 1960 | 8 |
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1962 | 7 |
| 1963 | 5 |
| 1964 | 7 |
| 1965 | 6 |
| 1968 | 8 |
| 1970 | 7 |
| 1971 | 13 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1974 | 12 |
| 1975 | 10 |
| 1976 | 16 |
| 1977 | 17 |
| 1978 | 18 |
| 1979 | 33 |
| 1980 | 20 |
| 1981 | 32 |
| 1982 | 29 |
| 1983 | 26 |
| 1984 | 34 |
| 1985 | 33 |
| 1986 | 27 |
| 1987 | 32 |
| 1988 | 31 |
| 1989 | 42 |
| 1990 | 36 |
| 1991 | 42 |
| 1992 | 45 |
| 1993 | 91 |
| 1994 | 99 |
| 1995 | 126 |
| 1996 | 125 |
| 1997 | 159 |
| 1998 | 151 |
| 1999 | 157 |
| 2000 | 152 |
| 2001 | 151 |
| 2002 | 151 |
| 2003 | 155 |
| 2004 | 177 |
| 2005 | 180 |
| 2006 | 227 |
| 2007 | 217 |
| 2008 | 244 |
| 2009 | 273 |
| 2010 | 248 |
| 2011 | 310 |
| 2012 | 343 |
| 2013 | 355 |
| 2014 | 377 |
| 2015 | 363 |
| 2016 | 368 |
| 2017 | 332 |
| 2018 | 302 |
| 2019 | 281 |
| 2020 | 258 |
| 2021 | 244 |
| 2022 | 222 |
| 2023 | 197 |
| 2024 | 194 |