Brandy Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationBRAN-dee / /ˈbrændi/English; French
Meaning
English: 'brandy' (a distilled wine); French: 'brandy' (from 'brandywine')
Historical & Cultural Background
Brandy is primarily known as a name derived from the alcoholic beverage made from distilled wine. It gained popularity as a given name in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. The name is often associated with a sense of warmth and conviviality, reflecting the social nature of the drink itself.
Trend Summary
The name Brandy has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the 1970s and 1980s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Brandi
- Brande
International Variants
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Brandy was first seen in the United States in 1951. Brandy has ranked as high as #975 nationally, which occurred in 1975, and has been most popular in California, Louisiana, Tennessee, Georgia, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Brandy has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Brandy (2011)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1953 | 7 |
| 1956 | 7 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1958 | 8 |
| 1959 | 11 |
| 1960 | 8 |
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1962 | 9 |
| 1963 | 14 |
| 1964 | 11 |
| 1965 | 14 |
| 1966 | 21 |
| 1967 | 26 |
| 1968 | 31 |
| 1969 | 30 |
| 1970 | 57 |
| 1971 | 48 |
| 1972 | 80 |
| 1973 | 77 |
| 1974 | 99 |
| 1975 | 103 |
| 1976 | 71 |
| 1977 | 65 |
| 1978 | 99 |
| 1979 | 84 |
| 1980 | 74 |
| 1981 | 65 |
| 1982 | 64 |
| 1983 | 61 |
| 1984 | 49 |
| 1985 | 51 |
| 1986 | 74 |
| 1987 | 47 |
| 1988 | 48 |
| 1989 | 42 |
| 1990 | 37 |
| 1991 | 35 |
| 1992 | 34 |
| 1993 | 28 |
| 1994 | 34 |
| 1995 | 31 |
| 1996 | 27 |
| 1997 | 22 |
| 1998 | 20 |
| 1999 | 23 |
| 2000 | 17 |
| 2001 | 25 |
| 2002 | 27 |
| 2003 | 22 |
| 2004 | 24 |
| 2005 | 33 |
| 2006 | 23 |
| 2007 | 24 |
| 2008 | 28 |
| 2009 | 27 |
| 2010 | 22 |
| 2011 | 22 |
| 2012 | 15 |
| 2013 | 18 |
| 2014 | 16 |
| 2015 | 11 |
| 2016 | 12 |
| 2017 | 13 |
| 2018 | 13 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2022 | 13 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 12 |