Brendalyn Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationBREN-duh-lin / /ˈbrɛn.də.lɪn/English; American
Meaning
Combination of Brenda and Lyn
Historical & Cultural Background
Brendalyn is a modern name that emerged in the United States. It combines elements from the name Brenda, which has Old Norse origins meaning 'sword' or 'flame', and Lyn, a common suffix in feminine names. The name reflects a trend of blending traditional names to create unique variations. It is primarily used for girls and has gained some popularity in recent decades.
Trend Summary
Brendalyn has seen a modest rise in popularity in the United States, particularly in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Brenda-Lyn
- Brendelyn
International Variants
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Brendalyn was first seen in the United States in 1948. Brendalyn has ranked as high as #985 nationally, which occurred in 1948, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Brendalyn has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Brendalyn
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1948 | 14 |
| 1949 | 5 |
| 1950 | 12 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1952 | 8 |
| 1953 | 8 |
| 1954 | 7 |
| 1956 | 6 |
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1959 | 7 |
| 1960 | 10 |
| 1961 | 7 |
| 1962 | 6 |
| 1965 | 12 |
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1969 | 8 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1984 | 8 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2015 | 10 |
| 2017 | 12 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2023 | 5 |