Bror Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Bror

"Bror is a Scandinavian masculine given name which simply means 'brother'"

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Male 📈 Peak 1916 👥 17 in US

Data last updated: 2025 SSA records

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Meaning
Bror is a Scandinavian masculine given name which simply means 'brother'
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
17
Life Path
Number 8

📖 What Does Bror Mean?

Bror is a Scandinavian masculine given name which simply means 'brother'. The name has been found as early as in runestones in the form Brodhir. The name form Bror is known since the year 1536. It is also used heavily in a colloquial sense in the city of Belfast.

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Bror is a Scandinavian masculine given name which simply means 'brother'. The name has been found as early as in runestones in the form Brodhir. The name form Bror is known since the year 1536. It is also used heavily in a colloquial sense in the city of Belfast.

Root Element
Bror
Core Meaning
"Bror is a Scandinavian masculine given name which simply means 'brother'"
Language

🔢 Numerology of Bror

B 2
R 9
O 6
R 9
SUM 8
8
Life Path
Power & Ambition
6
Soul Urge
Nurturing & Responsibility
2
Personality
Harmony & Diplomacy

Life Path 8 — Power & Ambition: Goal-driven, authoritative, and business-minded.

📊 Bror in Numbers

17 US bearers
1916 Peak year
Predominantly Male Predominant gender
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Bror" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "Bror is a Scandinavian masculine given name which simply means 'brother'".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form. Continues to be used across multiple cultures worldwide.

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Today (2026)

~17 people named Bror in the US. Peaked in 1916 with 6 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Bror?

The Life Path number for Bror is 8, associated with Power & Ambition. Soul Urge: 6. Personality: 2.

Is Bror a boy or girl name?

Bror is Predominantly Male. Based on US data, 100% male and 0% female.

How many people are named Bror in the US?

Approximately 17 people in the United States are named Bror. The name peaked in 1916 with 6 recorded uses.

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