Brandon vs Larkin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Brandon

Boy #230 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"broom-covered hill"

Origin: Old English

English American Irish

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Boy #2,984 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"rough, fierce (diminutive)"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Irish English American

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Brandon Rank #230

Larkin Rank #2,984

Brandon is more popular, ranked #230 vs #2984 for Larkin.

Is Brandon or Larkin more popular?

Brandon is more popular, ranked #230 compared to Larkin at #2984 in the United States.

What do Brandon and Larkin mean?

Brandon means "broom-covered hill" (Old English origin). Larkin means "rough, fierce (diminutive)" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Brandon and Larkin boy or girl names?

Brandon is primarily a boy name. Larkin is primarily a boy name.