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Brennon

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Pronounced BREH-nən /ˈbrɛ.nən/High

Meaning: Spelling of Brennan — from Irish Ó Braonáin, 'descendant of Braonán' (braon, 'drop, sorrow'); sometimes 'little raven'Medium

In 30 seconds: A soft Irish surname, -on spelled: Brennon carries Brennan — 'descendant of the teardrop one' — with crisp, friendly charm. Celtic warmth, a touch of poetic melancholy.
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Origin MediumIrish
MeaningSpelling of Brennan — from Irish Ó Braonáin, 'descendant of Braonán' (braon, 'drop, sorrow'); sometimes 'little raven'
U.S. rank (2025)#5648 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births16 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2009
Total births (all-time)≈ 4,380

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 200919582025

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

Brennon is an -on spelling of Brennan — from Irish Ó Braonáin, 'descendant of Braonán', a diminutive of braon, 'drop, moisture, sorrow' (sometimes linked to 'little raven'). A warm Irish surname-name, the -on styling adds individuality.

It registers thinly in recent records. Rare, teardrop-or-raven at the root, and Celtic-friendly.

Did you know? Brennan's Irish root braon means 'a drop' — of water or of sorrow — so the name carries a faint poetic touch of tears, brightened by its bouncy sound.
Overall data confidence 75%
Behind the Name — Brennan — root etymology

Variations

BrennanBrennenBrenan

Nicknames

Bren

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If you like Brennon…

Brennan— the standard spelling of the same name
Brennen— a fellow -en spelling
Brendan— a companion Bren- Irish name
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Frequently Asked

What does the name Brennon mean?

Brennon is a spelling of Brennan, from Irish for 'descendant of the teardrop one', sometimes 'little raven'.

How do you pronounce Brennon?

It's said BREH-nən /ˈbrɛ.nən/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Brennon a boy or girl name?

Brennon is a boy's name.

How popular is Brennon?

Brennon is a rare spelling in the U.S.; Brennan is more common.

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