Branden

Meaning of Branden

This name comes from a surname meaning 'broom-covered hill' or 'beacon hill.' It refers to a place in the landscape.

Branden has Germanic, Old English roots — browse every Germanic, Old English baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Branden

After ranking as high as #338 in 2000, Branden has fallen out of the US top 1,000 as of 2025.

Notable people named Branden

• Branden Grace
  South African professional golfer
• Branden Albert
  Former NFL offensive tackle
• Branden Jacobs-Jenkins
  Award-winning American playwright
• Branden Steineckert
  Drummer for The Used
• Branden R. Johnson
  American actor and comedian

Questions about the name Branden

What does the name Branden mean?

Branden means this name comes from a surname meaning 'broom-covered hill' or 'beacon hill.' it refers to a place in the landscape, and it comes from Germanic, Old English origins.

Is Branden a boy's or a girl's name?

Branden is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Branden?

Branden did not appear in the top 1,000 baby names in 2025, which makes it a genuinely uncommon pick.

When was Branden most popular?

Branden peaked at #338 in 2000.