Holding steady.
Popularity of Bronislaw since 1908
Babies named Bronislaw per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1918, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Bronislaw's real moment was 1908.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1900s | 5 |
| 1910s | 148 |
| 1920s | 89 |
| 1930s | 5 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Bronislaw is a rare Slavic name with a recorded debut in U.S. Social Security data in 1908, and its peak usage also occurred in that same year, indicating a very small number of bearers. The name's trajectory has been stable but extremely uncommon, with no recent revival. Its top states are blank, meaning no state had a statistically significant concentration of the name. For parents seeking a historic Polish name with a strong protective meaning, Bronislaw offers a distinctive choice, but its rarity means it is seldom encountered in daily life.
Bronislaw is a Slavic name from the elements 'bron' (to protect, defend) and 'slawa' (glory, fame). It has been used in Poland since medieval times, often borne by nobility and clergy. The name's protective connotations made it popular among Polish Catholics, though its use declined after the mid-20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Broni, Bron
Variants: Bronisław
Sibling names for Bronislaw
Names that share Bronislaw's style, for a brother or sister.
