Brana
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Brana first appeared in US Social Security records in 1966.
Over 44 babies have been named Brana in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Brana is past its peak , currently ranked #35,373 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #35,373
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Brana
Brana is a girl name .
Brana is currently ranked #35,373 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Brana include Bry, Brie, and Brakins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Brana include Brandy, Brandi . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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