Son of Bran; broom-covered hill
Brannon is an Irish surname derived from Mac Branáin, meaning 'son of Bran,' where Bran translates to 'raven.' It is also associated with the English topographical name for someone living near a hill covered in broom shrubs.
Less common today
Brannon isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #911 in 1998.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Television producer and screenwriter for Star Trek
Former NFL safety
