Branson

Meaning of Branson

Son of Brand. Brand means 'sword'.

Branson has English roots — browse every English baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Branson

After ranking as high as #674 in 2014, Branson has fallen out of the US top 1,000 as of 2025.

Notable people named Branson

• Richard Branson
  Virgin Group founder
• Branson Reese
  Comedian and podcaster
• Branson DeCou
  American photographer
• Branson Wright
  American football player
• Branson Hunter
  American baseball player

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Questions about the name Branson

What does the name Branson mean?

Branson means son of brand. brand means 'sword', and it comes from English origins.

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

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

How popular is the name Branson?

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

When was Branson most popular?

Branson peaked at #674 in 2014.