Brennyn Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationBREN-in / /ˈbrɛnɪn/Irish; English
Meaning
descendant of Braonán (Irish); variant of Brennan (English)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Irish culture, Brennyn is derived from the surname Brennan, which means 'descendant of Braonán', a diminutive of 'braon', meaning 'sorrow' or 'sadness'. The name has historical significance in Ireland, often associated with noble families. In English contexts, it is seen as a modern variant of Brennan, which has gained popularity as a given name in recent years.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Brennan
- Brenin
International Variants
- Brenin (Welsh)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Brennyn was first seen in the United States in 1992. Brennyn has ranked as high as #1363 nationally, which occurred in 2009, and has been most popular in Texas. In the past 5 years the name Brennyn has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Brennyn (2010)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1992 | 5 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2007 | 12 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 2009 | 15 |
| 2010 | 12 |
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2018 | 8 |