Brother
Pronunciation: [ br-UHTH-er ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #37,974
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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About the Name Brother
Brother is a boy name .
Brother is currently ranked #37,974 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Brother include Bro, Bry, Broie, and Brotie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis