Bronte
Bronte first appears in US records in 1969. It peaked in 1992, when 131 girls were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Bronte popular?
Vintage Bronte is rarely given today, but saw real use in the past — it peaked back in 1992.
| 2020s | 51 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 106 | |
| 2000s | 203 | |
| 1990s | 548 | |
| 1960s | 6 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Bronte mean?
Brontë means “thunder” in Greek, famously the surname of the literary sisters.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Bronte mean?
Bronte means Thunder. Brontë means “thunder” in Greek, famously the surname of the literary sisters.
What is the origin of the name Bronte?
Bronte is of Greek origin.
How do you pronounce Bronte?
Bronte is pronounced “BRON-tee.”
Is Bronte a boy or a girl name?
Bronte is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Bronte a popular name right now?
Bronte is rarely given today, but saw real use in the past — it peaked back in 1992.
When was the name Bronte most popular?
Bronte was most popular in 1992, when about 131 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Bronte?
Names similar to Bronte include Charis, Callista, Nyx, Charisse, Anthea.
What names go well with Bronte?
Greek names that pair well with Bronte include Christopher, Cynthia, Andrew, Helen, Timothy.