Sword or firebrand
Derived from the Old Norse name Brandr, it originally signified a sword blade or a piece of burning wood. In Germanic contexts, it often refers to fire or a torch, symbolizing brightness and strength. It has historically been used as both a surname and a given name.
About 35 boys were named Brant in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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The same feel as Brant — far less common.
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