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Fox vs Brendan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Fox

Boy #1,113 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"the fox, cunning animal"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,113
Total SSA Count
192
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Fox Rank #1,113
Brendan Rank #1,013

Brendan is more popular, ranked #1013 vs #1113 for Fox.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fox or Brendan more popular?

Brendan is more popular, ranked #1013 compared to Fox at #1113 in the United States.

What do Fox and Brendan mean?

Fox means "the fox, cunning animal" (Old English origin). Brendan means "prince, chieftain" (Celtic origin).

Are Fox and Brendan boy or girl names?

Fox is primarily a boy name. Brendan is primarily a boy name.

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