Brant Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationbrant / /brænt/English; Old Norse
Meaning
English: 'sword'; Old Norse: 'brave'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Brant has roots in both English and Old Norse traditions. In English, it is often associated with strength and valor. The Old Norse connection emphasizes bravery, reflecting the cultural values of the Viking Age. The name has been used in various forms throughout history, often linked to noble or warrior classes.
Trend Summary
The name Brant has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a modest presence in recent decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Brandon
- Bran
International Variants
- Brando (Italian)
- Bran (Welsh)
Famous people named Brant
Brant Daugherty is an American actor known for his role in the television series 'Pretty Little Liars'.
Brant Bjork is an American musician and songwriter, recognized as a founding member of the stoner rock band Kyuss.
Brant Parker was an American cartoonist, famous for creating the comic strip 'The Wizard of Id'.
Fictional characters named Brant
Brant is a character in the video game 'The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim', known for his role in various quests.
Brant is a character in the novel 'The Last of the Mohicans' by James Fenimore Cooper, representing the complexities of colonial America.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Brant was first seen in the United States in 1918. Brant has ranked as high as #883 nationally, which occurred in 1970, and has been most popular in California, Ohio, Illinois, Texas, and Indiana. In the past 5 years the name Brant has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Brant (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MI | 5 | |
| OH | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1918 | 5 |
| 1920 | 5 |
| 1922 | 5 |
| 1924 | 5 |
| 1927 | 6 |
| 1928 | 5 |
| 1929 | 9 |
| 1930 | 6 |
| 1932 | 6 |
| 1933 | 8 |
| 1934 | 9 |
| 1935 | 7 |
| 1936 | 8 |
| 1937 | 6 |
| 1938 | 11 |
| 1939 | 16 |
| 1940 | 10 |
| 1941 | 14 |
| 1942 | 10 |
| 1943 | 17 |
| 1944 | 9 |
| 1945 | 8 |
| 1946 | 21 |
| 1947 | 19 |
| 1948 | 25 |
| 1949 | 41 |
| 1950 | 57 |
| 1951 | 61 |
| 1952 | 63 |
| 1953 | 71 |
| 1954 | 69 |
| 1955 | 59 |
| 1956 | 55 |
| 1957 | 49 |
| 1958 | 60 |
| 1959 | 58 |
| 1960 | 69 |
| 1961 | 54 |
| 1962 | 85 |
| 1963 | 109 |
| 1964 | 83 |
| 1965 | 84 |
| 1966 | 112 |
| 1967 | 127 |
| 1968 | 147 |
| 1969 | 167 |
| 1970 | 241 |
| 1971 | 219 |
| 1972 | 221 |
| 1973 | 158 |
| 1974 | 177 |
| 1975 | 210 |
| 1976 | 189 |
| 1977 | 190 |
| 1978 | 228 |
| 1979 | 202 |
| 1980 | 173 |
| 1981 | 200 |
| 1982 | 197 |
| 1983 | 203 |
| 1984 | 172 |
| 1985 | 160 |
| 1986 | 181 |
| 1987 | 158 |
| 1988 | 181 |
| 1989 | 165 |
| 1990 | 173 |
| 1991 | 122 |
| 1992 | 130 |
| 1993 | 148 |
| 1994 | 142 |
| 1995 | 108 |
| 1996 | 134 |
| 1997 | 144 |
| 1998 | 165 |
| 1999 | 179 |
| 2000 | 150 |
| 2001 | 162 |
| 2002 | 125 |
| 2003 | 149 |
| 2004 | 158 |
| 2005 | 116 |
| 2006 | 117 |
| 2007 | 123 |
| 2008 | 106 |
| 2009 | 101 |
| 2010 | 95 |
| 2011 | 97 |
| 2012 | 103 |
| 2013 | 84 |
| 2014 | 85 |
| 2015 | 81 |
| 2016 | 80 |
| 2017 | 67 |
| 2018 | 72 |
| 2019 | 58 |
| 2020 | 52 |
| 2021 | 46 |
| 2022 | 39 |
| 2023 | 41 |
| 2024 | 28 |