Declining since 1998, #6,446 for boys today.
Popularity of Brannon since 1934
Babies named Brannon per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1930s | 5 |
| 1940s | 16 |
| 1950s | 43 |
| 1960s | 182 |
| 1970s | 915 |
| 1980s | 1,053 |
| 1990s | 1,177 |
| 2000s | 867 |
| 2010s | 353 |
| 2020s | 96 |
Meaning & origin
Brannon first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1934, but its most notable rise came in the late 20th century. The name reached its peak popularity in 1998, when it ranked highest among baby names. Since then, Brannon has been on a steady decline, a trajectory that has continued through the latest 2025 data where it ranked 6,446. While its historical peak was modest, Brannon remains a recognizable Irish surname name. Approximately 1 in 131,390 newborns received the name in 2025. Its usage has been concentrated in the 1990s, reflecting the era's fondness for surnames as first names, though it has not seen a revival.
Brannon is a transferred use of the Irish surname Ó Branáin, meaning 'descendant of Branán'. The personal name Branán is derived from 'bran' (raven), often used as a byname for someone with dark hair or a fierce warrior. The name was established in the United States by the 20th century, first recorded in 1934, and saw a peak in popularity during the 1990s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Bran
Sibling names for Brannon
Names that share Brannon's style, for a brother or sister.
