Declining since 1993, #7,194 for boys today.
Popularity of Brandyn since 1968
Babies named Brandyn per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1960s | 6 | 7 |
| 1970s | 164 | 142 |
| 1980s | 170 | 886 |
| 1990s | 56 | 2,048 |
| 2000s | 18 | 1,123 |
| 2010s | 15 | 468 |
| 2020s | 13 | 90 |
Meaning & origin
Brandyn is a modern spelling variant of the more common Brandon, a name that has long been used in English-speaking countries. The alternative spelling with a 'y' began appearing in the United States around 1968, and saw its peak popularity in 1992, when it reached its highest rank. Since 1993, however, its usage has been in steady decline. By 2025, the name ranked 7194, with only about 1 in every 155280 male births given the name that year. Despite the downward trajectory, Brandyn remains a recognizable option for parents seeking a distinctive take on a familiar name. The name has not been strongly associated with any particular region or top states in recent years.
Brandyn is a modern respelling or variant of Brandon, which itself has disputed origins. It may come from the Old English elements 'brom' (broom, a shrub) and 'dun' (hill), meaning 'broom-covered hill', or it could be derived from the Irish name Breandán, from the Latin Brendanus, ultimately of uncertain meaning. The spelling with a 'y' emerged in the late 20th century as a distinctive variant, likely influenced by trendy suffixes like -yn.
Where Brandyn is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Bran, Brady
Sibling names for Brandyn
Names that share Brandyn's style, for a brother or sister.
