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Brantley

Boy

Old English origin · /BRANT-lee/ · modern

Meaning: Firebrand, sword.

Popularity 72/1002 syllables↓ Falling

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Today, Brantley is a popular, familiar name (popularity 72/100).

It is less common today than at its historical peak.

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Brantley is derived from the Old English elements 'brant', meaning 'firebrand' or 'sword', and 'leah', meaning 'clearing' or 'meadow'. It evolved as a surname before becoming a given name, particularly popular in the United States in recent decades.

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