Name Meaning & Origin
"Brendan is an Irish masculine given name in the English language"
Data last updated: 2025 SSA records
Brendan is an Irish masculine given name in the English language. It is derived from the Gaelic name Breandán, which is in turn derived from the earlier Old Irish Brénainn. The Old Welsh breenhin is the root of the name, meaning 'prince' or 'king'. The mediaeval Latin form of the name, Brendanus, has also influenced the modern English and Irish forms. Variant spellings are Brendon and Brenden. In some cases it is possible that the given name Brandon is also a variant of Brendan.
Brendan is an Irish masculine given name in the English language. It is derived from the Gaelic name Breandán, which is in turn derived from the earlier Old Irish Brénainn. The Old Welsh breenhin is the root of the name, meaning 'prince' or 'king'. The mediaeval Latin form of the name, Brendanus, has also influenced the modern English and Irish forms. Variant spellings are Brendon and Brenden. In some cases it is possible that the given name Brandon is also a variant of Brendan.
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Root element "Breandan" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "Brendan is an Irish masculine given name in the English language".
Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.
Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.
Standardized in its current form. Continues to be used across multiple cultures worldwide.
~164 people named Breandan in the US. Peaked in 2006 with 13 recorded uses.
The Life Path number for Breandan is 5, associated with Freedom & Adventure. Soul Urge: 7. Personality: 7.
Breandan is Predominantly Male. Based on US data, 100% male and 0% female.
Approximately 164 people in the United States are named Breandan. The name peaked in 2006 with 13 recorded uses.
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