Brent Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationbrent / brɛntEnglish; Gaelic
Meaning
English: hill; Gaelic: descendant of the prince
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Brent has its roots in Old English, referring to a hill or a steep place. It is also derived from the Gaelic surname, which indicates lineage from a noble ancestor. The name has been used in various forms throughout history, often associated with geographical locations in England. In modern times, Brent has gained popularity as a given name in English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
Brent experienced peak popularity in the 1970s and 1980s but has seen a decline in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Brenton
International Variants
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Famous people named Brent
Brent Spiner is an American actor best known for his role as Data in the 'Star Trek: The Next Generation' series.
Brent Musburger is a renowned American sports broadcaster and journalist, recognized for his work in sports media.
Fictional characters named Brent
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Brent was first seen in the United States in 1885. Brent has ranked as high as #165 nationally, which occurred in 1970, and has been most popular in California, Ohio, Michigan, Illinois, and Indiana. In the past 5 years the name Brent has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Brent (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 9 | |
| LA | 5 | |
| NC | 5 | |
| PA | 5 | |
| CA | 5 | |
| FL | 5 | |
| IL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1885 | 5 |
| 1896 | 5 |
| 1910 | 5 |
| 1912 | 8 |
| 1913 | 6 |
| 1915 | 17 |
| 1916 | 18 |
| 1917 | 17 |
| 1918 | 19 |
| 1919 | 21 |
| 1920 | 22 |
| 1921 | 21 |
| 1922 | 14 |
| 1923 | 15 |
| 1924 | 18 |
| 1925 | 19 |
| 1926 | 21 |
| 1927 | 26 |
| 1928 | 19 |
| 1929 | 24 |
| 1930 | 29 |
| 1931 | 36 |
| 1932 | 32 |
| 1933 | 46 |
| 1934 | 45 |
| 1935 | 51 |
| 1936 | 65 |
| 1937 | 91 |
| 1938 | 114 |
| 1939 | 185 |
| 1940 | 288 |
| 1941 | 289 |
| 1942 | 315 |
| 1943 | 350 |
| 1944 | 315 |
| 1945 | 269 |
| 1946 | 506 |
| 1947 | 669 |
| 1948 | 645 |
| 1949 | 738 |
| 1950 | 908 |
| 1951 | 942 |
| 1952 | 1,081 |
| 1953 | 1,201 |
| 1954 | 1,232 |
| 1955 | 1,382 |
| 1956 | 1,457 |
| 1957 | 1,780 |
| 1958 | 2,072 |
| 1959 | 2,280 |
| 1960 | 2,259 |
| 1961 | 2,555 |
| 1962 | 2,558 |
| 1963 | 2,814 |
| 1964 | 2,746 |
| 1965 | 2,410 |
| 1966 | 2,688 |
| 1967 | 2,861 |
| 1968 | 2,919 |
| 1969 | 3,355 |
| 1970 | 4,270 |
| 1971 | 4,053 |
| 1972 | 3,530 |
| 1973 | 3,287 |
| 1974 | 3,413 |
| 1975 | 3,364 |
| 1976 | 3,405 |
| 1977 | 3,423 |
| 1978 | 3,181 |
| 1979 | 3,457 |
| 1980 | 3,538 |
| 1981 | 3,370 |
| 1982 | 3,321 |
| 1983 | 3,030 |
| 1984 | 3,186 |
| 1985 | 3,321 |
| 1986 | 3,061 |
| 1987 | 2,835 |
| 1988 | 2,869 |
| 1989 | 2,749 |
| 1990 | 2,608 |
| 1991 | 2,193 |
| 1992 | 1,958 |
| 1993 | 1,801 |
| 1994 | 1,630 |
| 1995 | 1,586 |
| 1996 | 1,337 |
| 1997 | 1,254 |
| 1998 | 1,202 |
| 1999 | 1,055 |
| 2000 | 900 |
| 2001 | 847 |
| 2002 | 727 |
| 2003 | 685 |
| 2004 | 646 |
| 2005 | 562 |
| 2006 | 544 |
| 2007 | 522 |
| 2008 | 471 |
| 2009 | 399 |
| 2010 | 368 |
| 2011 | 287 |
| 2012 | 318 |
| 2013 | 289 |
| 2014 | 263 |
| 2015 | 253 |
| 2016 | 211 |
| 2017 | 201 |
| 2018 | 163 |
| 2019 | 182 |
| 2020 | 145 |
| 2021 | 154 |
| 2022 | 138 |
| 2023 | 125 |
| 2024 | 102 |