Brinton
Pronunciation: [ br-IHNT-uhn ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Brinton first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 681 babies have been named Brinton in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Brinton is past its peak , currently ranked #34,490 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #34,490
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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Latin origin
"freedom, rights document"
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Old High German origin
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Germanic origin
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American English origin
"modern American coinage, unique creation"
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About the Name Brinton
Brinton is a boy name .
Brinton is currently ranked #34,490 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Brinton include Bri, Bry, Briie, and Brinie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis