boy name
Brandon
Gender
Boy
Popularity
#261 · U.S. boys (2025)
Popularity of Brandon in the US, 1880–2025
Brandon first appears in US records in 1914. It peaked in 1992, when 29,628 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 1,326.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Frequently asked questions
Is Brandon a boy or a girl name?
Brandon is most commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Brandon?
In 2025, Brandon ranked #261 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Brandon most popular?
Brandon was most popular in 1992, when about 29,628 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.