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Toby vs Brennan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Brennan

Boy #1,058 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"descendant of Braonán, tearful one"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,058
Total SSA Count
207
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Toby Rank #1,106
Brennan Rank #1,058

Brennan is more popular, ranked #1058 vs #1106 for Toby.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Toby or Brennan more popular?

Brennan is more popular, ranked #1058 compared to Toby at #1106 in the United States.

What do Toby and Brennan mean?

Toby means "God is good" (Hebrew origin). Brennan means "descendant of Braonán, tearful one" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Toby and Brennan boy or girl names?

Toby is primarily a boy name. Brennan is primarily a boy name.

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