Brenton: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: bre-hnto-hn
Origin: United Kingdom
gender-male

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Region Origin: Europe
Meaning: The top of a mountain

Brenton is an English place name and surname, originating from a place called Brenton near Exminster, Devon, southwest England. The original meaning of Brenton is "Bryni's homestead," with Bryni being an Old English given name based on the word "bryne," meaning "flame". The name has since evolved and is now used as a given name in English-speaking countries, having been one of the thousand most common names for boys born in the United States since 1966. The meaning of Brenton is derived from the Old English place name meaning "Bryni's settlement". The name is of British origin and is primarily found in Cornwall and Devon, England. Interestingly, Bryni is a personal name of Anglo-Saxon origins that means "flame".

Brenton Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Brenton is currently #589 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Brenton is currently #589 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Brenton is currently #581 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Brenton is currently #581 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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Famous People Named Brenton

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

  • Brenton Thwaites: Brenton Thwaites is an Australian actor known for his roles in "Pirates of the Caribbean
  • Brenton Rickard: Brenton Rickard is an Australian swimmer who competed in the breaststroke events at the Olympics and World Championships.

 

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