Brantley
boy name#499 in 2025Brantley entered the US charts in 1893, peaked at #119 in 2013, ranks #499 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1893–2025
#499
rank today
#119
peak (2013)
606
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #1055 |
| 1910s | #2569 |
| 1920s | #2903 |
| 1930s | #2347 |
| 1940s | #2192 |
| 1950s | #2219 |
| 1960s | #2011 |
| 1970s | #1830 |
| 1980s | #1579 |
| 1990s | #1456 |
| 2000s | #1521 |
| 2010s | #232 |
| 2020s | #360 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Brantley has been most popular in OH, FL, TX.
Living bearers
About 31,000 people named Brantley are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Brantley is a kid of about 9 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Brantley in 2025?
- Brantley ranks #499 among US boy names in 2025, with 606 babies given the name.
- When was the name Brantley most popular?
- Brantley peaked in 2013, reaching #119 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Brantley with classmates?
- Brantley will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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