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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Son of Brun/Brown, i.e. of the brown- or dark-haired man
- Origin
- English (surname)
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- BRAHN-sun
Bronson comes from an English surname and means "son of Brun" — son of the brown- or dark-haired man. It's pronounced BRAHN-sun (IPA /ˈbrɑːnsən/), and Social Security records for the name stretch all the way back to 1913.
Meaning & Origin of Bronson
Meaning: Son of Brun/Brown, i.e. of the brown- or dark-haired man.
Origin: English (surname).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Bronson
BRAHN-sunIPA /ˈbrɑːnsən/
Popularity of Bronson
Bronson hit its high point in 2015, ranking #667 with 385 babies given the name that year. By 2024 it had slipped to #1035, with just 214 babies given the name.
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FAQ
What does the name Bronson mean?
Son of Brun/Brown, i.e. of the brown- or dark-haired man. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Bronson?
Bronson is pronounced BRAHN-sun (IPA: /ˈbrɑːnsən/).
Is Bronson a popular name right now?
Bronson peaked at #667 in 2015 and is ranked #1035 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1913–2024.)
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