Branton Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationBRAN-ton / ˈbræntənEnglish; Scottish
Meaning
English: settlement by the Brant; Scottish: from the hill
Historical & Cultural Background
Branton is a name that has roots in both English and Scottish cultures. It is often associated with geographical locations, indicating a settlement or a place of origin. The name reflects a connection to nature and landscape, common in many place-based surnames. Over time, it has evolved into a given name, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
Branton is a less common name in the United States, with limited popularity in recent years.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Branton was first seen in the United States in 1928. Branton has ranked as high as #1259 nationally, which occurred in 2002, and has been most popular in Texas, Georgia, Indiana, Kansas, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Branton has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Branton (2018)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1928 | 5 |
| 1929 | 6 |
| 1935 | 5 |
| 1960 | 6 |
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1968 | 8 |
| 1969 | 7 |
| 1970 | 7 |
| 1971 | 10 |
| 1972 | 8 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1974 | 8 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1978 | 9 |
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1980 | 8 |
| 1981 | 12 |
| 1982 | 9 |
| 1983 | 15 |
| 1984 | 15 |
| 1985 | 15 |
| 1986 | 15 |
| 1987 | 8 |
| 1988 | 13 |
| 1989 | 12 |
| 1990 | 19 |
| 1991 | 16 |
| 1992 | 14 |
| 1993 | 15 |
| 1994 | 18 |
| 1995 | 20 |
| 1996 | 24 |
| 1997 | 26 |
| 1998 | 20 |
| 1999 | 23 |
| 2000 | 21 |
| 2001 | 21 |
| 2002 | 31 |
| 2003 | 21 |
| 2004 | 23 |
| 2005 | 17 |
| 2006 | 28 |
| 2007 | 25 |
| 2008 | 22 |
| 2009 | 25 |
| 2010 | 19 |
| 2011 | 23 |
| 2012 | 26 |
| 2013 | 25 |
| 2014 | 31 |
| 2015 | 30 |
| 2016 | 14 |
| 2017 | 15 |
| 2018 | 17 |
| 2019 | 13 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2024 | 5 |