| Meaning | sword |
| Origin | English |
| Gender | gender neutral |
| Opposite gender | Brandy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 6 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Bran-dy |
Rich, warm tones characterize this vintage choice experiencing thoughtful reconsideration among discerning parents. The name carries a sophisticated adult quality that grows beautifully with its bearer, never feeling childishly diminutive. Its peak popularity decades past means it now offers fresh territory for contemporary babies while maintaining complete familiarity and ease of use. The strong consonant beginning provides confident presence while the softer ending maintains approachability. This option suits families appreciating retro revival without chasing current trends, preferring names that have proven their staying power through previous generations. The familiar yet currently uncommon status provides excellent distinction without requiring constant spelling or pronunciation assistance. Its cultural associations have matured beyond dated references, now simply representing a substantial, complete name choice. For parents seeking something recognizable yet refreshingly different in today's naming landscape, this vintage gem deserves renewed consideration.
| Bran |
| Dee |
| Brandi |
| Deedee |
| Brandy Norwood | American singer and actress |
| Brandy Clark | American country music singer-songwriter |
| Brandy Ledford | Canadian actress and model |
| Brandy Chastain | American former soccer player |
| Brandy Talore | American retired pornographic actress |
| Brandy Johnson | American former gymnast |
| Brandy Aniston | American pornographic actress and director |
| Brandy Burre | American actress |
| Brandy Brewer | American softball player |
| Brandy Green | American fashion model |
| Brandy Hargrove | American beauty queen and TV host |
| Brandy Little | American country music singer |
| Brandy Maaske | American diver |
| Brandy Roderick | American model and actress |
| Brandy Snow | American actress |
| Brandy Taylor | American singer-songwriter |
| Brandy Alexandre | American former pornographic actress |
| Brandy Brown | American boxer |
| Brandy Davis | American actress |
| Brandy Wright | American beauty queen |
| Brandy Silver | From the novel "Silver Brumby's Daughter" |
| Brandy Camelot | From the novel "Camelot Lost" |
| Brandy Sinclair | From the TV series "The Strip" |
| Brandy Doyle | From the novel "Going Too Far" by Jennifer Echols |
| Brandy Lewis | From the TV series "The Game" |
| Brandy Mallory | From the TV series "Law & Order" |
| Brandy Harringrove | From the novel "Wormwood" by G.P. Taylor |
| Brandy Alexander | From the novel "Invisible Monsters" by Chuck Palahniuk |
| Brandy Klark | From the movie "The To Do List" |
| Brandy Dewhirst | From the TV series "Veronica Mars" |
| Brandy Silvermist | From the video game "Fable II" |
| Brandy Braganza | From the TV series "Cleopatra 2525" |
| Brandy Smith | From the movie "I Still Know What You Did Last Summer" |
| Brandy Harrington | From the video game "Fallout - Brotherhood of Steel" |
| Brandy Stoker | From the novel "Storm Glass" by Maria V. Snyder |
| Brandy Heinlein | From the TV series "ReGenesis" |