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At a Glance
- Meaning
- From a fire-cleared clearing
- Origin
- German/Swiss German (surname, no confirmed given-name entry)
- Gender
- Used for both boys and girls
- Pronunciation
- BRANT
Brandt is a German and Swiss German name that began as a surname, and it means "from a fire-cleared clearing." That is a plain, land-based image: open ground made by fire. If you like a short, one-syllable name with a rooted meaning, Brandt fits that.
Meaning & Origin of Brandt
Meaning: From a fire-cleared clearing.
Origin: German/Swiss German (surname, no confirmed given-name entry).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Brandt
BRANTIPA /brænt/
Popularity of Brandt
Brandt reached its highest U.S. Social Security rank in 1984, at #874 with 101 babies given the name. By 2024 it had moved to #3269, with 36 babies.
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FAQ
What does the name Brandt mean?
From a fire-cleared clearing. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Brandt?
Brandt is pronounced BRANT (IPA: /brænt/).
Is Brandt a popular name right now?
Brandt peaked at #874 in 1984 and is ranked #3269 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1915–2024.)
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