Untamed horse
Derived from the Spanish word 'bronco', meaning rough or coarse, it specifically refers to an unbroken or wild horse in American cowboy culture. It represents a spirit of independence and rugged strength associated with the American West. While rare as a first name, it carries a bold, outdoorsy energy.
Less common today
Bronco isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,937 in 2022.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
NFL Hall of Fame fullback and professional wrestler
A cowboy and traveling circus performer · Bronco Billy
The protagonist and former Confederate officer · Bronco
