Brenna

Meaning of Brenna

This name means 'little raven'. It's a nod to the dark-feathered bird, often seen as a symbol of wisdom or mystery.

Brenna has Irish roots — browse every Irish baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Brenna

After ranking as high as #296 in 2003, Brenna has fallen out of the US top 1,000 as of 2025.

Notable people named Brenna

• Brenna O'Callaghan
  Irish actress, known for TV.
• Brenna D'Amico
  American actress, Disney Channel star.
• Brenna Harding
  Australian actress, acclaimed for roles.
• Brenna Butler
  American country singer, songwriter.
• Brenna Young
  American former professional soccer player.

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Questions about the name Brenna

What does the name Brenna mean?

Brenna means this name means 'little raven'. it's a nod to the dark-feathered bird, often seen as a symbol of wisdom or mystery, and it comes from Irish origins.

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

Brenna is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Brenna?

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

When was Brenna most popular?

Brenna peaked at #296 in 2003.