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Branson

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Pronounced BRAN-sun /ˈbræn.sən/High

Meaning: Son of Brand; from the Old English/Norse personal name Brand (sword, flame) + -sonHigh

In 30 seconds: An English patronymic surname meaning 'son of Brand' (sword, flame). Associated with entrepreneur Sir Richard Branson and the entertainment city of Branson, Missouri — it has both entrepreneurial and entertainment associations.

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Origin HighEnglish, Germanic

MeaningSon of Brand; from the Old English/Norse personal name Brand (sword, flame) + -son

U.S. rank (2025)#1222 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births165 boys (0.01% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2014

Total births (all-time)≈ 8,224

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Branson is an English patronymic surname from the Old Norse/Old English personal name Brand (sword, flame) + -son. It is associated with Branson, Missouri (named for Reuben Branson, an early postmaster).

Branson entered U.S. boys' charts as a surname name. It ranked #1101 for boys in 2024.

Did you know? Branson, Missouri is nicknamed the 'Live Entertainment Capital of the World' — a city of music theaters and tourist attractions in the Ozarks that draws millions of visitors annually, giving the name Branson a uniquely American tourism dimension.

Overall data confidence 87%

Behind the Name — Branson — Old Norse/English etymologyU.S. Social Security Administration — popularity data

Variations

BransenBransyn

Nicknames

Bran

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Branson mean?

Branson means 'son of Brand,' from the Old Norse/English personal name Brand (sword, flame) and -son.

How do you pronounce Branson?

It's said BRAN-sun — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Branson a boy or girl name?

Branson is used as a boys' name.

How popular is Branson?

Branson ranked #1101 for U.S. boys in 2024.