Holding steady.
Popularity of Bronda since 1942
Babies named Bronda per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 21 |
| 1950s | 55 |
| 1960s | 83 |
| 1970s | 15 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Bronda is a rare name that saw its peak usage in 1960, based on Social Security Administration data. While it has not appeared in the top 1000 names for the latest year (2025) and lacks a one-in-N rank due to infrequency, its trajectory is stable, indicating sporadic but persistent use at very low numbers. The name appears to be a variant or modern elaboration of Brenda, following a pattern of -a endings popular for girls in the mid-20th century. No top states were recorded, confirming its rarity nationwide. Parents drawn to Bronda may appreciate its connection to the better-known Brenda and its unique, blend-like sound.
Bronda appears to be a modern coinage or a variant of Brenda, which itself has debated origins. Brenda may derive from the Old Norse brandr (sword), be a feminine form of Brendan (from the Irish Bréanainn, meaning 'prince'), or be a Scottish short form of the male name Brendan or Brandan. The name Bronda saw modest use in the mid-20th century, particularly in the United States during the 1960s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Brons, Bree
Sibling names for Bronda
Names that share Bronda's style, for a brother or sister.
