Brandan

Brandan is a masculine name with Irish and Gaelic roots, serving as a variant spelling of the more common Brandon or Brendan. It derives from the Gaelic name Breandán, which means 'prince' or 'brave'. The original name can be traced back to St. Brendan the Navigator, a 6th-century Irish monk famous for his legendary voyage across the Atlantic. Brandan offers a slightly distinctive spelling while maintaining the strong, reliable character of the traditional forms. The name gained moderate popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the 1980s and 1990s, though this specific spelling has always been less common than Brandon or Brendan, giving it a touch of uniqueness.

Brandan is also given to girls.

Pronounced BRAN-dun.

As of October 2026, Brandan ranked #12614 in US births in 1989 SSA, peaked at #5247 in 1976.