Brenda
girl name#1525 in 2025Brenda entered the US charts in 1897, peaked at #11 in 1961, ranks #1525 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1897–2025
#1525
rank today
#11
peak (1961)
139
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #1263 |
| 1900s | #1603 |
| 1910s | #1633 |
| 1920s | #1139 |
| 1930s | #561 |
| 1940s | #29 |
| 1950s | #16 |
| 1960s | #22 |
| 1970s | #69 |
| 1980s | #121 |
| 1990s | #130 |
| 2000s | #248 |
| 2010s | #750 |
| 2020s | #1282 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Brenda has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 508,000 people named Brenda are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Brenda alive today was born around 1958, making them about 67 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Brenda in 2025?
- Brenda ranks #1525 among US girl names in 2025, with 139 babies given the name.
- When was the name Brenda most popular?
- Brenda peaked in 1961, reaching #11 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Brenda with classmates?
- Brenda will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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