Ash vs Brennan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ash

Boy #1,152 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"ash tree"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,152
Total SSA Count
182
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Brennan

Boy #1,058 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"descendant of Braonán, tearful one"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,058
Total SSA Count
207
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Ash Rank #1,152
Brennan Rank #1,058

Brennan is more popular, ranked #1058 vs #1152 for Ash.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ash or Brennan more popular?

Brennan is more popular, ranked #1058 compared to Ash at #1152 in the United States.

What do Ash and Brennan mean?

Ash means "ash tree" (Old English origin). Brennan means "descendant of Braonán, tearful one" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Ash and Brennan boy or girl names?

Ash is primarily a boy name. Brennan is primarily a boy name.

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