Brandon vs Xander

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Brandon

Boy #230 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"broom-covered hill"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #216 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"defender of the people"

Origin: Greek

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Brandon Rank #230

Xander Rank #216

Xander is more popular, ranked #216 vs #230 for Brandon.

Is Brandon or Xander more popular?

Xander is more popular, ranked #216 compared to Brandon at #230 in the United States.

What do Brandon and Xander mean?

Brandon means "broom-covered hill" (Old English origin). Xander means "defender of the people" (Greek origin).

Are Brandon and Xander boy or girl names?

Brandon is primarily a boy name. Xander is primarily a boy name.