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Brantley vs Edwin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edwin

Boy #383 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"rich friend, prosperous friend"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#383
Total SSA Count
850
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Brantley Rank #481
Edwin Rank #383

Edwin is more popular, ranked #383 vs #481 for Brantley.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brantley or Edwin more popular?

Edwin is more popular, ranked #383 compared to Brantley at #481 in the United States.

What do Brantley and Edwin mean?

Brantley means "Brandon's woodland clearing" (Old English origin). Edwin means "rich friend, prosperous friend" (Old English origin).

Are Brantley and Edwin boy or girl names?

Brantley is primarily a boy name. Edwin is primarily a boy name.

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