MallowbyNames

Bronze

BRAHNZ · A name taken directly from the reddish-brown metal alloy.

2025 rank (boys)
#7,194
Babies named in 2025
11
Peak popularity
2023
2025 frequency
1 in 155,280 boys
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Rising since 2013

Rising since 2013, #7,194 for boys today.

Popularity of Bronze since 1998

Babies named Bronze per year in U.S. Social Security records.

51015200020102020Most births 2023Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
1990s6
2000s15
2010s30
2020s69

Meaning & origin

Bronze is a modern vocabulary name that emerged in the late 1990s, with its first recorded use in 1998. As of 2025 it ranks 7,194, making it a rare choice; approximately 1 in 155,280 boys receive the name. Its popularity peaked in 2023, and since 2013 its trajectory has been rising, though it remains uncommon. The name has not been recorded in any top state lists, reflecting its niche appeal. Parents drawn to Bronze often appreciate material names that convey strength and metallic luster.

Bronze is a vocabulary name adopted from the English word for the metal alloy, first recorded as a given name in the late 1990s. The name follows a modern trend of using color and material names (like Silver, Gold, or Rust). It has no historical use as a given name before the late 20th century.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Bron, Bronzy

Sibling names for Bronze

Names that share Bronze's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Sage, Ivy, Jade, Wren, Lark

Brothers: Slate, Ash, Clay, Stone, River

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Bronze mean?
Bronze is directly named after the metal alloy, often associated with strength and endurance.
How popular is the name Bronze?
Bronze is extremely rare. In 2025 it ranked 7,194 with only about 1 in 155,280 boys given the name.
Is Bronze a boy's name or a girl's name?
Bronze is most commonly used for boys, though it could be considered unisex.