Brainard
- Pronunciation
- [Brai-nard]
- Gender
- Male
- Meaning
- Bold Raven
- Origin
- English
Brainard Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 129 baby boys have been named Brainard. The name peaked in 1914 with 11 US births that year (rank #1986).
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8-Letter Names Starting with B
Names with Brainard's exact length and starting letter: Babafemi, Bacstair, Baillidh, Baldemar, Baldhart.
Quick Facts About Brainard
Variant Forms
| Name | Meaning | Gender | Origin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brainerd | Bold Raven | Male | English |
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