Brent: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: bre-hnt
Origin: United Kingdom
gender-male

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Updated on Aug 14, 2024 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Europe
Meaning: Holy one

Brent is an Old English given name and surname with multiple meanings and origins. The name is derived from the Celtic words meaning "holy one" if it refers to the River Brent, or "high place" literally meaning "from a steep hill" if it refers to the villages in Somerset and Devon. As a habitational name, it signifies strength, courage, and leadership. Brent has also become a regularly used given name in some countries, being among the thousand most common names for boys born in the United States since 1933. The name Brent has British origins and is a one-syllable, modern-looking name that has been around for several decades. In the past few decades, Brent has been in decline both in the United States and in the United Kingdom. However, it is a versatile name with variations across different languages, demonstrating its adaptability and enduring presence as a name choice.

Brent Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Brent is currently #713 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Brent is currently #713 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Brent is currently #704 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Brent is currently #704 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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Famous People Named Brent

This section lists notable individuals and public figures named Brent, showcasing their achievements and contributions in various fields.

  • Brent Spiner: Brent Spiner is an American actor known for his role as Data in the "Star Trek" franchise.
  • Brent Harvey - Australian Rules Footballer: Brent Harvey is a former Australian Rules footballer who played for the North Melbourne Football Club in the Australian Football League.

 

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