Brannan
Pronunciation: [ br-AN-uhn ]
Brannan is a girl baby name. Ranked #59,190 in the US, popular nicknames include Bry, Braie, and Branie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Brannan first appeared in US Social Security records in 1979.
Over 11 babies have been named Brannan in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Brannan is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #59,190 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #59,190
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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Brannan is also used as a boy name, ranked #29544.
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About the Name Brannan
Brannan is a girl name .
Is Brannan a boy or girl name? Brannan is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #59,190 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #29,544. Brannan is more commonly used as a boy name.
Brannan is currently ranked #59,190 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Brannan include Bry, Braie, Branie, and Brany. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Brannan include Brandy, Brandi . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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