Brendy Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationBRAN-dee / /ˈbrɛn.di/English; Irish
Meaning
English: derived from 'Brenda'; Irish: 'sword' or 'prince'
Historical & Cultural Background
Brendy is often considered a diminutive or variation of the name Brenda, which gained popularity in the 20th century. The name Brenda itself is believed to have been created by the author Sax Rohmer in the early 1900s. In Irish contexts, it can be associated with the meaning of 'sword' or 'prince'. The name has been used in various cultures, reflecting a blend of influences.
Trend Summary
Brendy has seen limited popularity in the United States, often appearing as a unique or modern variation of more traditional names.
Similar Names
Variants
- Brenda
International Variants
- Brenda (English)
- Brendha (Spanish)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Brendy was first seen in the United States in 1968. Brendy has ranked as high as #1272 nationally, which occurred in 2002, and has been most popular in California, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Brendy has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Brendy (2002)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1975 | 10 |
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1978 | 8 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1990 | 13 |
| 1991 | 13 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1998 | 14 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2000 | 11 |
| 2001 | 15 |
| 2002 | 18 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2004 | 13 |
| 2005 | 12 |
| 2006 | 14 |
| 2007 | 17 |
| 2008 | 17 |
| 2009 | 9 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2012 | 13 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2016 | 8 |
| 2017 | 7 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2024 | 5 |