Brent
boy name#1509 in 2025Brent entered the US charts in 1885, peaked at #73 in 1971, ranks #1509 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1885–2025
#1509
rank today
#73
peak (1971)
116
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #936 |
| 1890s | #1101 |
| 1910s | #1823 |
| 1920s | #1778 |
| 1930s | #872 |
| 1940s | #309 |
| 1950s | #190 |
| 1960s | #123 |
| 1970s | #79 |
| 1980s | #96 |
| 1990s | #199 |
| 2000s | #443 |
| 2010s | #892 |
| 2020s | #1411 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Brent has been most popular in TX, CA, FL.
Living bearers
About 123,000 people named Brent are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Brent alive today was born around 1976, making them about 49 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Brent in 2025?
- Brent ranks #1509 among US boy names in 2025, with 116 babies given the name.
- When was the name Brent most popular?
- Brent peaked in 1971, reaching #73 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Brent with classmates?
- Brent will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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