Sword or torch; little raven
Brendi is a modern diminutive form of Brenda. It likely derives from the Old Norse word 'brandr', meaning sword or torch, or the Irish name Brendan, meaning prince or little raven.
Less common today
Brendi isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #8,276 in 1991.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
