Brandon
boy name#261 in 2025Brandon entered the US charts in 1914, peaked at #6 in 1992, ranks #261 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1914–2025
#261
rank today
#6
peak (1992)
1,326
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2221 |
| 1920s | #2453 |
| 1930s | #2541 |
| 1940s | #1883 |
| 1950s | #718 |
| 1960s | #425 |
| 1970s | #60 |
| 1980s | #18 |
| 1990s | #9 |
| 2000s | #25 |
| 2010s | #85 |
| 2020s | #211 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Brandon has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 741,000 people named Brandon are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Brandon alive today was born around 1994, making them about 31 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Brandon in 2025?
- Brandon ranks #261 among US boy names in 2025, with 1,326 babies given the name.
- When was the name Brandon most popular?
- Brandon peaked in 1992, reaching #6 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Brandon with classmates?
- Brandon will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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