Brainard
boy nameBrainard entered the US charts in 1913, peaked at #1975 in 1914, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1913–2025
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rank today
#1975
peak (1914)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3133 |
| 1920s | #3784 |
| 1950s | #3758 |
| 1960s | #3622 |
| 1970s | #5094 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Brainard are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Brainard alive today was born around 1926, making them about 99 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Brainard in 2025?
- Brainard is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Brainard most popular?
- Brainard peaked in 1914, reaching #1975 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Brainard with classmates?
- Brainard will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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