Brandon vs Lincoln

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 #73 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lake colony, settlement by the pool"

Origin: Old English

American British Australian

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Brandon Rank #230

Lincoln Rank #73

Lincoln is more popular, ranked #73 vs #230 for Brandon.

Is Brandon or Lincoln more popular?

Lincoln is more popular, ranked #73 compared to Brandon at #230 in the United States.

What do Brandon and Lincoln mean?

Brandon means "broom-covered hill" (Old English origin). Lincoln means "lake colony, settlement by the pool" (Old English origin).

Are Brandon and Lincoln boy or girl names?

Brandon is primarily a boy name. Lincoln is primarily a boy name.