Raven or little raven
Branna is the feminine form of Bran, a name rooted in Celtic mythology and the Old Irish word for raven. In folklore, the raven is often associated with wisdom, prophecy, and protection. It serves as a modern, rare alternative to names like Brianna or Brenna while maintaining deep historical roots.
Less common today
Branna isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #8,361 in 1998.
A character in the fantasy novel series The Cousins O'Dwyer Trilogy · Dark Witch by Nora Roberts
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
