Brantley Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationBRANT-lee / ˈbræntliEnglish; Old Norse
Meaning
English: 'sword'; Old Norse: 'brave'
Historical & Cultural Background
Brantley is a name that has gained popularity in the United States in recent decades. It is often considered a modern American name, derived from a combination of traditional elements. The name has roots in both English and Old Norse, reflecting a blend of cultural influences. It is sometimes associated with strength and bravery due to its meanings.
Trend Summary
Brantley has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States since the early 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Brant
- Brantley
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Brantley was first seen in the United States in 1893. Brantley has ranked as high as #210 nationally, which occurred in 2014, and has been most popular in Florida, Georgia, Ohio, Texas, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Brantley has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Brantley (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 46 | |
| OH | 44 | |
| TX | 40 | |
| AL | 33 | |
| PA | 31 | |
| GA | 30 | |
| NC | 29 | |
| MO | 28 | |
| KY | 27 | |
| TN | 25 | |
| NY | 23 | |
| IN | 22 | |
| IL | 20 | |
| SC | 19 | |
| WI | 18 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1893 | 5 |
| 1894 | 5 |
| 1910 | 6 |
| 1912 | 9 |
| 1914 | 7 |
| 1915 | 11 |
| 1916 | 8 |
| 1917 | 5 |
| 1918 | 12 |
| 1919 | 8 |
| 1920 | 10 |
| 1921 | 9 |
| 1922 | 7 |
| 1923 | 13 |
| 1924 | 7 |
| 1925 | 13 |
| 1926 | 16 |
| 1927 | 10 |
| 1928 | 5 |
| 1929 | 9 |
| 1930 | 11 |
| 1931 | 10 |
| 1932 | 6 |
| 1933 | 14 |
| 1934 | 8 |
| 1935 | 14 |
| 1936 | 15 |
| 1937 | 10 |
| 1938 | 10 |
| 1939 | 11 |
| 1940 | 13 |
| 1941 | 12 |
| 1942 | 9 |
| 1943 | 12 |
| 1944 | 10 |
| 1945 | 10 |
| 1946 | 9 |
| 1947 | 14 |
| 1948 | 18 |
| 1949 | 12 |
| 1950 | 15 |
| 1951 | 12 |
| 1952 | 17 |
| 1953 | 10 |
| 1954 | 10 |
| 1955 | 9 |
| 1956 | 9 |
| 1957 | 19 |
| 1958 | 24 |
| 1959 | 16 |
| 1960 | 19 |
| 1961 | 16 |
| 1962 | 16 |
| 1963 | 18 |
| 1964 | 15 |
| 1965 | 21 |
| 1966 | 13 |
| 1967 | 8 |
| 1968 | 28 |
| 1969 | 23 |
| 1970 | 24 |
| 1971 | 23 |
| 1972 | 24 |
| 1973 | 24 |
| 1974 | 31 |
| 1975 | 30 |
| 1976 | 15 |
| 1977 | 28 |
| 1978 | 36 |
| 1979 | 34 |
| 1980 | 37 |
| 1981 | 29 |
| 1982 | 38 |
| 1983 | 26 |
| 1984 | 35 |
| 1985 | 36 |
| 1986 | 40 |
| 1987 | 44 |
| 1988 | 96 |
| 1989 | 87 |
| 1990 | 63 |
| 1991 | 62 |
| 1992 | 56 |
| 1993 | 67 |
| 1994 | 73 |
| 1995 | 64 |
| 1996 | 66 |
| 1997 | 85 |
| 1998 | 75 |
| 1999 | 72 |
| 2000 | 86 |
| 2001 | 86 |
| 2002 | 67 |
| 2003 | 94 |
| 2004 | 76 |
| 2005 | 94 |
| 2006 | 94 |
| 2007 | 99 |
| 2008 | 99 |
| 2009 | 137 |
| 2010 | 311 |
| 2011 | 991 |
| 2012 | 2,588 |
| 2013 | 3,193 |
| 2014 | 3,353 |
| 2015 | 3,306 |
| 2016 | 2,614 |
| 2017 | 2,338 |
| 2018 | 2,107 |
| 2019 | 1,666 |
| 2020 | 1,579 |
| 2021 | 1,302 |
| 2022 | 1,067 |
| 2023 | 889 |
| 2024 | 640 |