Brantley: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced BRAN-tlee · 2 syllables
Brantley means “firebrand.”, from Germanic.
Anglicized from Alemannic German Brandle, Brandli, "firebrand."
- Meaning
- firebrand.
- Origin
- Germanic
- Pronunciation
- BRAN-tlee
- US rank (2025)
- #499
- US babies a year
- about 999 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2010
How popular is Brantley?
Brantley was the #499 name in the US in 2025, given to 614 babies. It’s used less than it was: down 67% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2010.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #499 |
| Canada | #883 |
How old are people named Brantley?
Half of US adults named Brantley are older than 32; most are between 19 and 68. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
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Questions about Brantley
What does the name Brantley mean?
Brantley means “firebrand.”. It comes from Germanic.
How do you pronounce Brantley?
Brantley is pronounced BRAN-tlee.
How popular is the name Brantley?
Brantley was the #499 name in the US in 2025, given to 614 babies. It’s used less than it was: down 67% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2010.
How old are people named Brantley?
Half of US adults named Brantley are older than 32. Most are between 19 and 68.