Brantley

At a Glance: Name: Brantley – Meaning: firebrand (a burning stick) – Origin: Swiss German (Anglicized surname) – Gender: Boy – Pronunciation: BRANT-lee

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Brantley is a boy's name meaning "firebrand," a burning stick. It began as an Anglicized Swiss German surname and is pronounced BRANT-lee. It has a modern feel and suits parents drawn to outdoorsy, nature-inspired names.

Meaning & Origin of Brantley

Meaning: Firebrand (a burning stick).

Origin: Swiss German (Anglicized surname).

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Brantley

Phonetic: BRANT-lee   IPA: /ˈbræntli/

Popularity of Brantley

Brantley peaked at #119 in 2013, when 3,193 babies were given the name. By 2024 it had settled at #480 with 640 babies, so it's still in regular use but much less common than at its height.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1893–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Brantley mean?

Firebrand (a burning stick). (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Brantley)

How do you pronounce Brantley?

Brantley is pronounced BRANT-lee (IPA: /ˈbræntli/).

Is Brantley a popular name right now?

Brantley peaked at #119 in 2013 and is ranked #480 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1893–2024.)

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