Brantley
Brantley: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈbræn.tli/
Meaning and origin of Brantley
- A male given name transferred from the surname.
Etymology
Anglicized from Alemannic German Brändle, Brändli, "firebrand."
How popular is Brantley?
Since 1880, 801 girls and 31,634 boys in the U.S. have been named Brantley (2% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3066 in 2015. Its highest rank for boys was #119 in 2013. In 2025 it ranked #499 for boys, with 614 babies given the name.
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Brantley FAQ
What does the name Brantley mean?
A male given name transferred from the surname. Anglicized from Alemannic German Brändle, Brändli, "firebrand."
What is the origin of the name Brantley?
Brantley is listed as a name of Surname (transferred from a surname) origin.
How popular is the name Brantley?
Since 1880, 801 girls and 31,634 boys in the U.S. have been named Brantley (2% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3066 in 2015. Its highest rank for boys was #119 in 2013. In 2025 it ranked #499 for boys, with 614 babies given the name.
Is Brantley a boy or girl name?
Brantley is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 801 girls and 31,634 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.