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At a Glance: Name: Bran – Meaning: raven – Origin: English (surname) – Gender: primarily used for boys – Pronunciation: BRAN
Bran is an English surname-turned-first-name, and its meaning is raven. It's short, one syllable, and easy to say and spell, which makes it a simple pick if you like a compact name with a dark-feathered meaning behind it.
Meaning & Origin of Bran
Meaning: Raven.
Origin: English (surname).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Bran
Phonetic: BRAN IPA: /bræn/
Popularity of Bran
Bran peaked in 1972 at #3009 with 11 babies given the name, and by 2024 it had slipped to #11099 with just 6. It's a rare name, so a child named Bran is unlikely to share it with classmates.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1970–2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Bran mean?
Raven. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Bran)
How do you pronounce Bran?
Bran is pronounced BRAN (IPA: /bræn/).
Is Bran a popular name right now?
Bran peaked at #3009 in 1972 and is ranked #11099 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1970–2024.)
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