Brenan: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: br-ehn-ahn
Origin: Ireland
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Region Origin: Western Europe
Meaning: Brenan carries unique cultural or symbolic value.

The surname Brenan, a variant of Brennan, also originates from the Gaelic word “braon,” meaning “sorrow” or “drop.” This name has been anglicized over time, leading to various spellings such as Brannon and Brannan. Historically, the Brenan family was associated with the kingdom of Ossory and later spread globally due to the Irish diaspora. The name remains important for its cultural significance and the contributions of its bearers to Irish history and society.

Brenan Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Brenan is currently #15904 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Brenan is currently #6868 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Brenan is currently #7477 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Brenan is currently #3254 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Brenan is currently #8305 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Brenan is currently #3585 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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