gender neutral
Brennan
little raven, descendent of the sad one
About Brennan
This distinctive name carries a confident, energetic quality that appeals to modern parents seeking something both familiar and unique. Brennan strikes an excellent balance between traditional naming conventions and contemporary style, making it versatile across various settings. The name has gained steady popularity over recent decades, appreciated for its strong sound and approachable feel. Parents often choose Brennan for its combination of warmth and strength, qualities that translate well from childhood through adulthood. The name works beautifully in professional contexts while maintaining an accessible, friendly character in casual environments.
Popularity of the Name Brennan
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1966 | #999 | ||
| 1967 | #994 | ||
| 1968 | #958 | ||
| 1969 | #945 | ||
| 1970 | #932 | ||
| 1971 | #921 | ||
| 1973 | #972 | ||
| 1974 | #850 | ||
| 1975 | #823 | ||
| 1976 | #838 | ||
| 1977 | #819 | ||
| 1978 | #760 | ||
| 1979 | #741 | ||
| 1980 | #737 | ||
| 1981 | #735 | ||
| 1982 | #706 | ||
| 1983 | #634 | ||
| 1984 | #562 | ||
| 1985 | #553 | ||
| 1986 | #520 | ||
| 1987 | #428 | ||
| 1988 | #422 | ||
| 1989 | #446 | ||
| 1990 | #383 | ||
| 1991 | #346 | #209 | |
| 1992 | #368 | #236 | |
| 1993 | #356 | #221 | |
| 1994 | #329 | #245 | |
| 1995 | #288 | #203 | |
| 1996 | #297 | #212 | |
| 1997 | #288 | #745 | #213 |
| 1998 | #274 | #743 | #212 |
| 1999 | #270 | #631 | #212 |
| 2000 | #276 | #594 | #198 |
| 2001 | #274 | #593 | #245 |
| 2002 | #273 | #604 | #247 |
| 2003 | #276 | #890 | #263 |
| 2004 | #300 | #263 | |
| 2005 | #312 | #932 | #270 |
| 2006 | #299 | #890 | #288 |
| 2007 | #286 | #341 | |
| 2008 | #263 | #360 | |
| 2009 | #242 | #305 | |
| 2010 | #270 | #414 | |
| 2011 | #293 | #387 | |
| 2012 | #318 | #432 | |
| 2013 | #345 | #419 | |
| 2014 | #387 | #564 | |
| 2015 | #444 | #565 | |
| 2016 | #534 | #755 | |
| 2017 | #585 | #651 | |
| 2018 | #661 | #730 | |
| 2019 | #719 | ||
| 2020 | #764 | ||
| 2021 | #872 | ||
| 2022 | #995 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · Canada
Variations of Name Brennan
Names Similar to Brennan
Nicknames for Brennan
- Bren
- Ben
- Brenn
- B.J.
Famous People Named Brennan
| Brennan Heart | Dutch DJ and producer |
| Brennan Elliott | Canadian actor |
| Brennan Mejia | American actor |
| Brennan Dickenson | English professional footballer |
| Brennan Brown | American actor |
| Brennan Poole | American professional stock car racing driver |
| Brennan Scarlett | American football player |
| Brennan Manning | American author and speaker |
| Brennan Reece | English stand-up comedian |
| Brennan Clay | American former college football player |
| Brennan Leitao | Canadian professional baseball player |
| Brennan Boesch | American former professional baseball player |
| Brennan Johnson | American soccer player |
| Brennan Long | American soccer player |
| Brennan Williams | American professional wrestler |
Characters Named Brennan
| Brennan Mulcahy | TV show "Bones" |
| Brennan Huff | Step Brothers |
| Brennan Mulwray | Mutant X |
| Brennan Jones | Once Upon a Time |
| Brennan Cooper | The Fosters |
| Brennan Healy | All the President's Men |
| Brennan Mulligan | Thrill Ride |
| Brennan Price | A Walk Among the Tombstones |