Brenton Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Brenton originates from Old English, meaning 'burnt town'. It evolved from historical forms such as Brent and Brentun. The name is associated with qualities of strength and resilience, and it does not have any biblical relevance. It gained popularity in England during the Middle Ages and saw a resurgence in the 20th century. Notable figures with this name include Brenton Thwaites and Brenton Tarrant.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Brenton"
Pronunciation
/ˈbrɛntən/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Brenton is derived from the Old English elements 'brenne' meaning 'burn' and 'tun' meaning 'enclosure' or 'settlement'. It originally referred to a settlement that was near a burnt clearing or a place associated with the burning of land.
Meaning
burnt town
Language Evolution
Brent, Brenton, Brentun
Historical Usage
Brenton gained popularity in England during the Middle Ages as a surname and later transitioned into use as a first name. It saw a resurgence in the 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Brent, Bren, Brennie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Brenton is perceived as a modern and slightly unique name, appealing to parents looking for alternatives to more common names. It is often associated with qualities of strength and resilience.
Famous People
Brenton Thwaites, Brenton Tarrant
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Moderately Popular name with 806 peak births in 1984
Geographic Spread
Popular across 45 US states, with strongest presence in Georgia
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 8 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Brenton"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Brenton"
"Brenton" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 3075th of 7545 | 116 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1980th of 6773 | 251 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1330th of 7552 | 643 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 688th of 10718 | 2,288 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 467th of 16616 | 6,580 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 840th of 24088 | 3,507 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1352nd of 23106 | 1,643 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 19733rd of 27321 | 18 |
Regional Popularity of "Brenton" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
55.73% 1241st/2227 |
60.91% 1480th/2430 |
77.71% 2217th/2853 |
38.99% 1082nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
20.19% 593rd/2937 |
26.93% 938th/3483 |
19.53% 687th/3518 |
17.75% 718th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
10.28% 379th/3685 |
12.20% 546th/4475 |
8.45% 439th/5194 |
7.99% 505th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
16.19% 742nd/4582 |
25.70% 1327th/5164 |
10.15% 742nd/7313 |
15.18% 1133rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
34.59% 1378th/3984 |
45.22% 2029th/4487 |
15.74% 1074th/6822 |
31.74% 1992nd/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Brenton" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Brenton"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Brenton" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Brenton" in the United States
The name Brenton is most popular in Georgia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Brenton has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Brenton' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3075th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1980th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1330th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 688th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 467th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 840th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1352nd out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 19733rd out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Brenton' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.