Brenan
Brenan is a boy baby name. Ranked #13,994 in the US, popular nicknames include Bre, Bry, and Breie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
Brenan is a boy name, recorded for 7 babies in US birth records.
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Historical Record
Brenan first appeared in US Social Security records in 1972.
Over 833 babies have been named Brenan in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Brenan is past its peak , currently ranked #13,994 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #13,994
- Total SSA Count
- 7
Alternative Spellings
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About the Name Brenan
Brenan is a boy name .
Brenan is currently ranked #13,994 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Brenan include Bre, Bry, Breie, and Brenie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Brenan include Brendan, Brennan, Brent, Brentley, Brenton . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis