Brandon vs Griffin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Brandon

Boy #230 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"broom-covered hill"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #223 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"strong lord, powerful chief"

Origin: Welsh

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Brandon Rank #230

Griffin Rank #223

Griffin is more popular, ranked #223 vs #230 for Brandon.

Is Brandon or Griffin more popular?

Griffin is more popular, ranked #223 compared to Brandon at #230 in the United States.

What do Brandon and Griffin mean?

Brandon means "broom-covered hill" (Old English origin). Griffin means "strong lord, powerful chief" (Welsh origin).

Are Brandon and Griffin boy or girl names?

Brandon is primarily a boy name. Griffin is primarily a boy name.