Bronte Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationBRON-tay / ˈbrɒnteɪEnglish; Irish
Meaning
English: 'little thunder'; Irish: 'descendant of Brónach'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Bronte is derived from the English surname, which is associated with the Brontë sisters, renowned authors of the 19th century. The Brontë family, particularly Charlotte, Emily, and Anne, made significant contributions to English literature. The name has gained popularity as a first name, especially in literary circles. It is also linked to the Irish name Brónach, which has historical roots in Gaelic culture.
Trend Summary
The name Bronte has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Bronte
- Brontee
International Variants
- Brontë (English)
- Bronté (French)
Famous people named Bronte
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Fictional characters named Bronte
Bronte is a character in the novel 'The Brontë Sisters' by various authors, representing the literary legacy of the Brontë family.
Bronte is featured in the animated series 'The Brontë Sisters', depicting the lives and works of the famous authors.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Bronte was first seen in the United States in 1969. Bronte has ranked as high as #1110 nationally, which occurred in 1992, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Washington, New York, and Colorado. In the past 5 years the name Bronte has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Bronte (2004)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1969 | 6 |
| 1991 | 48 |
| 1992 | 131 |
| 1993 | 88 |
| 1994 | 61 |
| 1995 | 68 |
| 1996 | 37 |
| 1997 | 34 |
| 1998 | 53 |
| 1999 | 28 |
| 2000 | 30 |
| 2001 | 25 |
| 2002 | 28 |
| 2003 | 21 |
| 2004 | 20 |
| 2005 | 25 |
| 2006 | 18 |
| 2007 | 12 |
| 2008 | 13 |
| 2009 | 11 |
| 2010 | 14 |
| 2011 | 13 |
| 2012 | 13 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2016 | 11 |
| 2017 | 13 |
| 2018 | 14 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2020 | 9 |
| 2021 | 12 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2023 | 9 |
| 2024 | 14 |